Women's Health - Physician Assistant
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Harker Heights
Posted on: May 12, 2022
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Job Description:
Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic- Harker Heights907
Mountain Lion Circle, Harker Heights, 76548 -JOB SUMMARYThe 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.ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEAssesses 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,
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 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 when
appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care provided
and the effectiveness of care.Counsels 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 remedies.Maintains appropriate
records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes.
Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds
scope of practice and/or expertise.Provides consultation level
services for conditions/problems related to the Provider's
specialty, level of experience and training.Manages 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 provider's level of competency as
delegated by supervising Physician.Performs follow-up with patient
both pre- and post-operatively, and may also round on patients in
the hospital or see patients in the Emergency Department.May be
required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule
based on coverage needs of the department.KEY SUCCESS
FACTORSKnowledge 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 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)BENEFITSOur 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 1Note: Benefits may vary based upon 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.
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