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The PA Surgical Specialty - Non-Operative is a licensed certified non-physician healthcare provider who actively 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. About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center College StationOur College Station hospital is equipped with 142 beds a Level III Trauma Center and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This facility has achieved The American Nurses Credentialing Centers Magnet Designation. About the CommunityHome to Texas A&M University College Station (aka Aggieland) gets high marks for quality of life. A low unemployment rate low property taxes and housing costs safe neighborhoods highly rated public schools and access to quality healthcare are a few of the qualities attracting families to the area. Residents also enjoy more than 1971 acres of public parks a competition-level skate park and a large outdoor amphitheater and festival site. Throw in small-town charm with easy access to the big-city attractions of Austin Dallas Houston and San Antonio and it is clear why College Station is one of the most livable cities in America. The Pediatric Division is part of the strong and diverse multispecialty group. Pediatrics along with many other specialties have been named Best of the Brazos Valley. Pediatrics has 2 practice sites of equal size both located in College Station. 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 collects interprets and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care 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 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 when appropriate. Evaluates patients response to health care provided and the effectiveness of 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 appropriate records detailing the patients treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Providers specialty level of experience and trainingManages 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 competency as delegated by supervising follows-up with patient both pre- and post-operatively and may also round on patients in the hospital or see patients in the Emergency 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 health-care measuresKnowledge of principles 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 testsTexas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state that is party to the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs & Texas APRNCurrent license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of TexasBasic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transferCertification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus based on experience Benefits:Our competitive benefits package includes the followingImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%Tuition ReimbursementPTO accrual beginning Day 1Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited ProgramEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of ExperienceCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Physician Assistants (PA) Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.