About the Role
<h4>About Us</h4><p>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 well.</p><p>Our Core Values are:</p><ul><li>We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.</li><li>We never settle by constantly striving for better.</li><li>We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.</li><li>We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.</li></ul><p class="MsoPlainText" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:"Open Sans", "Segoe UI", Frutiger, "Frutiger Linotype", "Dejavu Sans", "Helvetica Neue", Arial, sans-serif;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px 0px 12px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"> </p><p class="MsoPlainText" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:"Open Sans", "Segoe UI", Frutiger, "Frutiger Linotype", "Dejavu Sans", "Helvetica Neue", Arial, sans-serif;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px 0px 12px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><strong>SCHEDULE</strong></p><p class="MsoPlainText" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:"Open Sans", "Segoe UI", Frutiger, "Frutiger Linotype", "Dejavu Sans", "Helvetica Neue", Arial, sans-serif;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px 0px 12px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"> </p><ul style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:"Open Sans", "Segoe UI", Frutiger, "Frutiger Linotype", "Dejavu Sans", "Helvetica Neue", Arial, sans-serif;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:12px 0px;orphans:2;padding:revert;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><li style="line-height:1.25;"><p class="MsoPlainText" style="margin:0px 0px 12px;">Monday- Friday 8a-5p</p><p class="MsoPlainText" style="margin:0px 0px 12px;"> </p></li><li style="line-height:1.25;"><p class="MsoPlainText" style="margin:0px 0px 12px;">Outpatient</p><p class="MsoPlainText" style="margin:0px 0px 12px;"> </p></li><li style="line-height:1.25;"><p class="MsoPlainText" style="margin:0px 0px 12px;">20 patients per day</p></li></ul><p class="MsoPlainText" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:"Open Sans", "Segoe UI", Frutiger, "Frutiger Linotype", "Dejavu Sans", "Helvetica Neue", Arial, sans-serif;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px 0px 12px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"> </p><h4>Benefits</h4><p>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:</p><ul><li>Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits</li><li>401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>PTO accrual beginning Day 1</li></ul><p><i>Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.</i></p><h4> </h4><h4>Essential Functions of the Role</h4><ul><li>Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.</li><li>Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.</li><li>Prescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or other treatments. Performs procedures following approved policies, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.</li><li>Formulates and implements patient treatment plans based on assessments and evidence-based medicine. Collaborates with physicians and team members when needed. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness.</li><li>Counsels 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 remedies.</li><li>Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.</li><li>Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty, level of experience and training.</li><li>Manages patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services).</li><li>Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider’s level of expertise as delegated by supervising Physician.</li><li>Performs follow-up with patients both pre- and post-operatively. May also round on patients in the hospital or see patients in the Emergency Department.</li><li>May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.</li></ul><h4>Key Success Factors</h4><ul><li>Knowledge 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 measures.</li><li>Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions</li><li>Verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Interpersonal skills</li><li>Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills</li><li>Skill in the use of computers and related software applications</li><li>Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans</li><li>Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification</li><li>Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests</li><li>Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer</li><li>Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)</li></ul><h4>Belonging Statement</h4><p>We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.</p><p><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program</li><li>EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience</li><li>CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -</li></ul><p> Physician Assistants (PA)<br><br> Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.</p>