Vascular Surgery (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) for the Vascular Surgery division to deliver high-quality care under physician supervision at Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital. The successful candidate will join a faculty team with potential for full faculty benefits.

Responsibilities include managing inpatient/outpatient vascular patients, performing exams, ordering studies, and educating patients. Eligible for a faculty appointment at the Instructor level.

Formación

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner program.
• Board certification by appropriate certifying organization.
• Licensed as a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas.
• Vascular surgery experience, preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide inpatient and outpatient care for vascular surgery patients.
• Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies (X-rays, ECGs, labs, MRI, CT).
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatments.
• Educate patients on prescribed regimens and home care.
• Maintain timely documentation in the Epic EMR.
• Provide follow-up care and health maintenance services.
• Guide and supervise staff including nurses and medical assistants.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and families.

Conocimientos

Texas licensure

Vascular surgery experience

Board certification

Educación

Master's degree from an accredited PA/NP program

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Vascular Surgery (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) Division: Surgery Work Arrangement: Location: Houston, TX Salary Range: FLSA Status: Exempt Work Schedule:

Summary

The Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy within the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Provider to deliver high-quality surgical care under physician supervision at Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital in Houston, Texas. The successful candidate will demonstrate clinical excellence, a commitment to scholarly activity, and the ability to manage direct patient care responsibilities. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment at the Instructor level and be eligible for full faculty benefits.

Job Duties

Primary responsibilities include providing inpatient and outpatient care for vascular surgery patients. The Advanced Practice Provider will:

• Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform physical examinations
• Formulate assessments and care plans and evaluate patient responses to treatment
• Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic studies, including, but not limited to, X-rays, electrocardiograms, laboratory tests, and MRI and CT imaging
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatments
• Educate patients regarding prescribed treatment regimens, home care, and health maintenance
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the Epic electronic medical record
• Provide follow-up care and ongoing health maintenance services
• Provide guidance and work direction to support staff, including nurses, medical assistants, and clinic coordinators
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and patients' family members regarding care
• Provide instruction, direction, and support to physician assistant and nurse practitioner students, medical students, and residents assigned to the service
• Foster a positive, team-based work environment through supportive and respectful interactions with colleagues, staff, learners, and faculty
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Board certification by appropriate certifying organization.
• Licensed as a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas.
• Vascular Surgery experience, preferred.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Requisition ID: 26707

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.