Physician Assistant PA Urgent Care

Baylor Scott & White Health • Midlothian, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking an urgent care focused Physician Assistant to join their dynamic Urgent Care Team in the DFW area. This role involves providing direct patient care, including assessments, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing treatments, and developing patient care plans. The Physician Assistant will also counsel patients and families, maintain records, and perform procedures within their scope of practice. The position is typically based in an urgent care or convenient care clinic setting and requires collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals.

Requirements

• 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 practices, 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 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)
• Grad of an Accredited Program
• 1 Year of Experience
• Physician Assistants (PA)

Nice To Haves

• A team-oriented and compassionate provider with a focus on primary care.
• Excellent clinical skills and the ability to create personalized treatment plans.
• A passion for collaborative care, working with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.
• Ability to engage with patients and families, providing education and support in a clear and empathetic manner.

Responsibilities

• 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 and training.
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider’s level of expertise as delegated by supervising Physician.
• May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize a healthy balance so you can give your best at work and still have time to enjoy life outside of it.
• Career Growth: Whether you're a recent grad or an experienced provider, there are endless opportunities to learn and advance in your career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree