Employed

The Physician Assistant (PA) Urgent Care is a licensed certified healthcare provider. They render direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed privileged and billed as an independent provider by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physicians scope of practice. They typically care for patients in an urgent or convenient care clinic.


Essential Functions of the Role
Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
Orders collects interprets and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
Prescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or other therapeutic treatments. Performs procedures following approved policies focusing on efficacy safety and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments. Uses evidence-based medicine standards of care and guidelines. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patients response to care and its effectiveness.
Counsels patients and families on 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.
Maintains appropriate records detailing the patients treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Providers specialty and training.
Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and providers level of expertise as delegated by supervising Physician.
May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

Key Success Factors
Know the information and techniques to diagnose and treat human injuries diseases and deformities. This includes symptoms treatment alternatives drug properties and interactions and preventive health-care 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 problem-solving skills
Skill in the use of computers and related software applications
Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based 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)

Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed valued and supported and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.
Position Highlights
Schedule: 1.0 FTE 12-hour shifts
MondayFriday: 8 AM 8 PM
Weekends: 9 AM 5 PM (every other weekend required)
Patient Demographics:
All ages 6 months and up
Average Patient Volume: 23-30 per day
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Experience: Preference for experienced providers with at least 1 years of experience
Personality: Thrives in a fast-paced environment independent adaptable and enjoys small-town healthcare
Additional Selling Points:
Small-town atmosphere with strong community relationships
Close proximity to Austin for easy access to a major metro area
Bi-Annual Production Bonus

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:
Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 5%
Debt-free tuition assistance offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees certificates and more
Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health your well-being is our top priority.
Note: Benefits may vary based on 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.