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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 Core Values are:We serve faithfully by doing whats right with a joyful never settle by constantly striving for are in it together by supporting one another and those we make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional 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 physicians 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 Functions of the RoleAssesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical collects interprets and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care 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 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 patients response to care and its 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 appropriate records detailing the patients treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Providers specialty and patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g. inpatient emergency services procedural etc.).Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and proficiency of the provider as delegated by supervising be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the Success FactorsKnowledge 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 of values methods and procedures for diagnosis treatment and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctionsVerbal and written communication skillsInterpersonal skillsCritical thinking and complex problem-solving skillsSkill in the use of computers and related software applicationsAbility to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plansAbility to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions treatment plans and behavior modificationAbility to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic testsCurrent license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of TexasBasic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transferCurrent certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)Belonging StatementWe believe that all people should feel welcomed valued and supported and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we based on experienceBenefitsOur 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 benefitsDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 5%Debt-free tuition assistance offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees certificates and moreImmediate access to time off benefitsAt Baylor Scott & White Health your well-being is our top : Benefits may vary based on position type and/or levelQUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited ProgramEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of ExperienceCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATIONBasic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or Assistants (PA): Must have a PA license through the state of TX.