PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT- PALLIATIVE CARE
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Waco
Posted on: October 26, 2024
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARYBaylor Scott & White Health has an opening for a
Physician Assistant to join our Palliative Care Team in Waco/
Hillcrest, 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 integrate healthcare
system.The Physician Assistant 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 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 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 partnership 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 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)SCHEDULE-
Mon- Fri 8-5p- InpatientBENEFITSOur 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
levelQUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited
ProgramEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of
ExperienceCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATIONBasic 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.As a health care system committed to
improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees
to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of
January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires
individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity
employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by
law.
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