Non-Operative

The PA Surgical Specialty NonOperative is a licensed certified nonphysician healthcare provider who effectively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority is credentialed and privileged and whose service is billed as an independent billing provider as recognized by Medicare and Medicaid within the healthcare systems and in accordance with the appropriate board. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician.
Surgical providers care for both adult and pediatric patients and specialize in General Surgery Orthopedics Neurosurgery Otolaryngology Cosmetic Vascular Trauma Transplant Urology Plastics or other surgical specialty.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problemfocused physical examinations and medical histories.
Orders collects interprets and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
Prescribes recommends and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved policies with attention to efficacy safety and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomesbased patient treatment plans based on patient assessments evidencebased medicine standards of care professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluates patients response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care.
Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes management of the health illness/condition medication nutrition and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements over the counter medications and herbal remedies.
Maintains appropriate records detailing the patients treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise.
Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Providers specialty level of experience and training.
Manages patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g. inpatient emergency services).
Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and providers level of expertise as delegated by supervising Physician.
Performs followup with patient both pre and postoperatively and may also round on patients in the hospital or see patients in the Emergency Department.
May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries diseases and deformities to include symptoms treatment alternatives drug properties and interactions and preventive healthcare measures
Knowledge of practices methods and procedures for diagnosis treatment and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Critical thinking and complex problemsolving skills
Skill in the use of computers and related software applications
Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomesbased patient treatment plans
Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions treatment plans and behavior modification
Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests
Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer
Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)

Compensation based on experience
BENEFITS
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:
Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
401(k) savings plan with dollarfordollar match up to 5%
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION Grad of an Accredited Program
EXPERIENCE Less than 1 Year of Experience
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION
Physician Assistants (PA)

Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.