Physician Assistant PA Urgent Care PRN
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Irving
Posted on: October 11, 2024
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY The Physician Assistant (PA) Urgent Care is a
licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who
effectively 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. Typically provides care to
patients in an urgent care or convenient care clinic. 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 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. 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 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
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 - 1 Year of Experience
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Physician Assistants (PA)
Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days
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