EmployedBaylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock • Round Rock, TX, United States

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Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock • Round Rock, TX, United States

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Details

Client Name

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock

Job Type

Permanent

Offering

Advanced Practice

Profession

Specialty

Surgery

Job ID

20293860

Job Title

Employed

Shift Details

Shift

Full Time Days

Scheduled Hours

Job Order Details

Start Date

10 / 16 / 2025

Duration

Job Description

Baylor Scott & White Health has an opening for a Physician Assistant to join our strong and growing Breast team in Round Rock, Texas. 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.

The city of Austin boats an excellent quality of life, countless live music venues and outdoor parks, a diverse culture, an eclectic food scene, and over 300 days of sunny skies per year!

Our Core Values are :

We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
We never settle by constantly striving for better.
We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Position Highlights

Monday-Friday 8a-5p

Inpatient / Outpatient

First Assist

10-15 patients per day

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 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, surgical, procedural, etc.)

Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider's level of competency as delegated by supervising Physician.

Performs follows-up with patient both pre- and post- operatively, and may also round on patients in the hospital or see patients in the Emergency Department.

Participates in all phases of perioperative patient management including outpatient, inpatient, and operating room settings.

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