PA

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

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing whats right with a joyful heart.

• We never settle by constantly striving for better.

• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

SCHEDULE-

• 4-10hr shifts 3-12hr shifts one weekend a month

• Inpatient

• ER Consults

• OR first assist

• Adult only

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 dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

• Tuition Reimbursement

• PTO accrual beginning Day 1
  Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
  
  Surgicalproviderscare for both adult and/or pediatric patients and specialize in Cardio Thoracic/Vascular Surgery.

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. Monitors patients across the health care continuum and develops strategies to avoid hospitalization and/or decrease length of stay.

• Orders collects interprets and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.

• Prescribesrecommendsand/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performsindicatedproceduresin accordance withtheir scope of practice consistent with their training and experience and policies with attention to efficacy safety and cost. Recommends interventions tomodifybehavior associated with health risks.

• Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments evidence-based medicine standards of care professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members whenappropriate.Evaluatespatientsresponseto health care provided and the effectiveness of care.

• Counselspatients and familiesregardingmedical processes or procedures management of thehealthillness/condition medication nutrition and health promotion.Counselspatients about drug regimens andpossible sideeffects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements over the counter medications and herbal remedies.

• Maintainsappropriate recordsdetailing the patients treatment plans and outcomes. Initiatestimelyconsultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/orexpertise.

• Provide consultation level services for conditions /problems related to the Providers specialty scope level of experience and training.

• First assist/Second assist in the operating room and/or procedural setting who has met all required training (with the required level of competency).

• Performsfollows-up withpatientboth pre and postoperatively andmay also round on patients in the hospital or see patients in the Emergency Department.

• Perform invasive surgical procedures and/or advanced technological procedures including but not limited to endoscopic vein harvest related to Cardiac Vascular and Thoracic surgery specific to scope of practice and providers level of competency as delegated by supervising Physician.

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 health-care measures.

• Knowledge of principles 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 within30 daysof hire or transfer.

• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Compensation based on experience

BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar 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- 1 Years of Experience

• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION
  Physician Assistants (PA)
  Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within30 days of hire or transfer.