Plastic Surgery PA/NP Surgical Instructor

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX is seeking an Instructor of Surgery to supervise and teach Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner trainees in Plastic Surgery. The role supports the supervising surgeon, evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, and manages postoperative follow-ups under physician supervision.

The incumbent provides surgical first assist duties, orders and interprets studies, performs therapeutic procedures, educates patients, and mentors PA/NP students while

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as surgical first assist and support the supervising physician in plastic surgery cases.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies relevant to perioperative care.
• Develop assessments and care plans in coordination with supervising faculty.
• Perform injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care as appropriate.
• Educate patients on treatment plans and home care instructions.
• Maintain clinical records and document patient status in progress notes.
• Provide follow-up and health maintenance care per protocols.
• Provide guidance to PA/NP students on service rotation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX is seeking an Instructor of Surgery to supervise and teach Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner trainees in Plastic Surgery. The role supports the supervising surgeon, evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, and manages postoperative follow-ups under physician supervision.

The incumbent provides surgical first assist duties, orders and interprets studies, performs therapeutic procedures, educates patients, and mentors PA/NP students while