Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to join a busy and growing Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery practice at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. This role combines First Assist, inpatient, and outpatient responsibilities while working directly with Dr. Neil Mauskar.

The PA will play an integral role in the full continuum of surgical care, including clinic evaluations, hospital rounding, consults, perioperative management, and operative assistance. This opportunity is ideal for a candidate who is passionate about surgery, enjoys working closely with a surgeon, and is interested in developing expertise in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.

Position Highlights:

• Full-time, surgical and clinical role
• Significant First Assist responsibilities
• Inpatient and outpatient practice
• Direct mentorship from an experienced Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
• Exposure to both reconstructive and cosmetic procedures
• Open to experienced PAs and motivated new graduates

Practice Scope:

This well-rounded Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery practice includes:

Reconstructive Procedures:

• Breast Reconstruction
• DIEP Flap Reconstruction
• Skin Flap Reconstruction
• Complex Soft Tissue Reconstruction
• Post-Mastectomy Reconstruction
• Wound Reconstruction

Cosmetic Procedures:

• Liposuction
• Mommy Makeover Procedures
• Body Contouring
• Cosmetic Breast Surgery

The PA will participate in patient evaluations, perioperative care, operative management, and postoperative follow-up.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday

• Typical start time: 6:45 AM
• Combination of clinic, hospital rounding, and operating room responsibilities

Call Responsibilities:

• Approximately one week of practice call per month
• Phone call coverage and occasional on-site practice coverage
• Rare hospital call-back for urgent inpatient or surgical needs
• Flexibility for occasional extended surgical days is required

Essential Functions:

• Evaluate and manage patients in outpatient, inpatient, and perioperative settings
• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic testing
• Prescribe medications and treatments within scope of practice
• Conduct preoperative and postoperative evaluations
• Round on hospitalized patients
• Participate in hospital and ED consults
• Coordinate care and maintain accurate documentation
• Counsel and educate patients and families
• Participate in all aspects of perioperative patient management

First Assist Responsibilities:

A significant portion of this role is dedicated to surgical first assisting, including:

• Surgical exposure and retraction
• Tissue handling
• Wound closure
• Intraoperative assistance during reconstructive procedures
• Surgical preparation and coordination
• Collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and OR staff

This role is best suited for someone who enjoys the operating room and wants substantial surgical involvement.

Clinical Responsibilities:

Outpatient:

• New patient consultations
• Established patient visits
• Follow-up appointments
• Global postoperative visits
• Preoperative evaluations
• Postoperative management

Inpatient:

• Daily hospital rounds
• Surgical consults
• Admissions
• Emergency department consults
• Postoperative patient management

Procedures:

• Tissue expander fills
• Minor wound debridement
• Wound management
• Other delegated procedures consistent with training and scope of practice

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Texas PA license or eligibility
• NCCPA certification
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire

Preferred:

• Surgical and/or First Assist experience
• Experience in Plastic Surgery, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Trauma, Neurosurgery, or other surgical specialties

Experience:

• One year of experience preferred
• Open to new graduates and early-career PAs

Dr. Mauskar is open to training the right candidate and believes a newer PA can be highly successful in this role through mentorship and development within the practice.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about surgery and First Assist work
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Extremely punctual and disciplined
• Self-motivated and accountable
• Adaptable and coachable
• Comfortable in a high-volume, fast-paced surgical environment
• Willing to learn a highly technical specialty and grow long-term within the practice

Training & Mentorship:

The selected PA will receive direct mentorship from Dr. Neil Mauskar, including:

• Clinical onboarding
• Surgical workflow integration
• First Assist development
• Postoperative management
• Practice-specific training and protocols

The practice is committed to developing the right candidate for long-term success.

Benefits:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1
• Additional wellness and retirement benefits

Baylor University Medical Center - Dallas Community Highlights:

Located in the heart of Dallas, Baylor University Medical Center is a nationally recognized tertiary care and academic medical center within Baylor Scott & White Health.

Dallas offers:

• No state income tax
• Diverse housing options from urban living to family-friendly suburbs
• Exceptional dining, shopping, and entertainment
• Professional sports teams including the Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers, Stars, and FC Dallas
• World-class arts and cultural districts
• Convenient travel through DFW International Airport and Love Field
• Top-rated public and private schools
• A thriving economy with numerous Fortune 500 headquarters

This opportunity offers the ability to build a specialized surgical career in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery while living in one of the nation's most dynamic metropolitan areas.

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