Physician Assistant- Abdominal Transplant
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Killeen
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY Baylor Scott & White Health has an opening for a
Nurse Practitioner to join our Abdominal Transplant Team in Temple,
Texas. Our facilities have national and regional recognition by
U.S. News & World Report - a reflection of our talent and
commitment to advanced quality care that is safe and compassionate.
We are looking for a committed team player with a favorable work/
training history. The ideal candidate should be focused on quality,
and be able to effectively collaborate with referring physicians,
agencies and other professionals to provide optimum patient care
within our award-winning integrated health care system. About
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center --- Temple Baylor Scott & White
Medical Center --- Temple is a 574-bed multi-specialty teaching
hospital with a Level I Trauma designation. In 2018, the hospital
was ranked as one of the top 100 hospitals and one of the top 15
teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. The
hospital has 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs that
include specialties in emergency medicine and radiology and offers
a well-established and respected chaplain resident program. About
the Community Temple is regarded as one of the best areas to live
and work in Texas and was ranked the sixth most affordable place to
live in the U.S. in 2019. In addition to no state taxes, Temple
enjoys a robust economy, and a cost of living that---s lower than
the national average. Served by four independent school districts
and nationally recognized Temple College, the community places a
high priority on education. Dubbed the ---Wildflower Capital of
Texas,--- Temple lies along the famous Texas Wildflower Trail and
is the demographic center of the state, with convenient access to
major cities including Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.
The PA Medical Specialty 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. These
providers work in a specialty clinic, and may specialize in
Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology,
Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology,
Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology,
Rheumatology or other medical specialty. 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. 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 protocols/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 and training. Manages 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 competency of the provider as delegated by
supervising Physician. May 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 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 (BLS) within 30
days of hire or transfer Current certification by the National
Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) 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 - Less than 1 Year of Experience
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life Support (BLS):
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or
transfer. Physician Assistants (PA): Must have a PA license through
the state of TX.
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