Primary Care Physician Assistant

Baylor Scott & White Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our Primary Care team in Round Rock, Texas. The PA will provide comprehensive patient care in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting, focusing on acute and chronic condition management and preventive health in a primary care context.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of PA experience, strong clinical judgment, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as a Physician Assistant.
• Clinically confident and comfortable managing common acute and chronic conditions.
• Strong clinical judgment and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical histories and perform physical examinations.
• Assess health conditions and identify care needs.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate labs and diagnostics.
• Diagnose and manage conditions within PA scope.
• Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans.
• Monitor patient response and adjust plans as needed.
• Provide preventive care and health counseling.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses and treatments.
• Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate with the care team.
• Initiate referrals when needed and perform PA-procedures.

Skills

Experience PA

Clinical confidence

Communication skills

Team-based care

Adaptable

Willing to learn

Education

Accredited PA program graduate

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Primary Care team in Round Rock, Texas.

We are looking for a clinically confident, motivated, and compassionate Physician Assistant who enjoys building relationships with patients and working collaboratively with physicians and other members of the care team.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of Physician Assistant experience and be comfortable evaluating and managing common acute and chronic medical conditions in a primary care setting. Candidates should demonstrate strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday

Hours: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, or Four 10-hour days per week

Weekend Call: Approximately one weekend every 2–3 years

What We’re Looking For

• Have 1+ year of experience as a Physician Assistant, preferably in primary care or a related clinical setting.
• Be clinically confident and comfortable managing common acute and chronic conditions.
• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and know when to seek additional support or consultation.
• Be self-motivated, dependable, and eager to continue learning.
• Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, and staff.
• Work well as part of a collaborative, team-based care environment.
• Be adaptable and receptive to feedback.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Be committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care.
• Previous clinical experience in an emergency department, intensive care unit, hospital, or outpatient setting is a plus and can provide a strong clinical foundation for primary care practice.

Responsibilities

The Primary Care Physician Assistant provides comprehensive patient care, including evaluation and management of acute and chronic conditions, preventive care, and health promotion.

Responsibilities Include

• Obtaining comprehensive and problem-focused medical histories and performing physical examinations.
• Assessing patients' physical and mental health conditions and identifying healthcare needs.
• Ordering, interpreting, and evaluating laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Diagnosing and managing acute and chronic medical conditions within the Physician Assistant's scope of practice.
• Prescribing medications and recommending appropriate treatments and therapies.
• Developing and implementing individualized, evidence-based patient treatment plans.
• Monitoring patient response to treatment and modifying treatment plans as appropriate.
• Providing preventive care and counseling regarding health risks and lifestyle modifications.
• Educating patients and families about diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, nutrition, and health promotion.
• Maintaining accurate and timely medical records.
• Collaborating with physicians and other members of the healthcare team.
• Initiating consultation and referral when a patient's condition exceeds the Physician Assistant's scope of practice or expertise.
• Performing procedures appropriate to the Physician Assistant's training, knowledge, and scope of practice.
• Participating in a team-based care model focused on acute and chronic illness management and population health.

Why Round Rock, Texas?

Located just north of Austin, Round Rock is a thriving, family-friendly community known for its excellent quality of life.

Residents enjoy highly rated schools, beautiful parks, recreational opportunities, shopping, dining, and entertainment, while having convenient access to everything the Austin area has to offer.

With a strong local economy, welcoming neighborhoods, and easy access to Austin's cultural and professional amenities, Round Rock offers an excellent balance of career opportunity, community, and quality of life.

About Baylor Scott & White Health

At Baylor Scott & White Health, we promote the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas, Baylor Scott & White Health is committed to empowering people to live well.

Our Core Values Guide Everything We Do

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering an exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well, no matter where you are on your journey. Depending on position type and eligibility, benefits may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Additional benefits and resources to support your health, financial well-being, and professional development.

Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level. For complete details regarding coverage and eligibility, please visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub.

Belonging at Baylor Scott & White Health

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where our team members can do meaningful work, grow professionally, and make a difference in the lives of the patients and communities we serve.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Physician Assistants (PA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.