About Us

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Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

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Our Core Values are:

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

SCHEDULE-

\n\n4-10 hour days , no weekends\nInpatient/ Outpatient\n8-11 patients per day\n\n

Benefits

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Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

\n\nEligibility on day 1 for all benefits\nDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%\nDebt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more\nImmediate access to time off benefits\n\n

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

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Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

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Job Summary

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The Physician Assistant Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. These providers work in specialty clinics. They may specialize in Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology, or other specialties.

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Essential Functions of the Role

\n\nAssesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.\nOrders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.\nPrescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or other treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.\nFormulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Works with physicians and team members when needed. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness.\nCounsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.\nMaintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.\nProvides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.\nManages patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.).\nPerforms invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and proficiency of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.\nMay be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.\n\n

Key Success Factors

\n\nKnowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.\nKnowledge of values, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions\nVerbal and written communication skills\nInterpersonal skills\nCritical thinking and complex problem-solving skills\nSkill in the use of computers and related software applications\nAbility to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans\nAbility to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification\nAbility to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests\nCurrent license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas\nBasic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer\nCurrent certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)\n\n

Belonging Statement

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We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited ProgramEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.Physician Assistants (PA): Must have a PA license through the state of TX.