PA - Neurosurgery

Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Neurosurgery

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Waxahachie

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Compensation based on experience

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• 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.

Job Summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our Neurosurgery team at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Waxahachie.

The Physician Assistant is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who provides direct patient care and possesses prescriptive authority. The PA is credentialed, privileged, and billed as an independent provider through Medicare and Medicaid. Working in collaboration with supervising physicians, the Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive neurosurgical care across both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Responsibilities include patient evaluations, obtaining comprehensive histories and physicals, hospital rounding, postoperative management, outpatient clinic follow-up, consultation services, treatment planning, patient education, and coordination of care. The PA will work closely with neurosurgeons and the multidisciplinary care team to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care for patients with neurological and spine conditions.

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 or recommends medical drug therapies or other therapeutic treatments within scope of practice and applicable regulations.
• Formulates and implements patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Works with physicians and team members when needed. Evaluates patient response to care and treatment effectiveness.
• Provides evaluation and management services for neurosurgical patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Performs inpatient rounding, hospital consultations, postoperative follow-up, and clinic-based patient care.
• Assists in the management of patients with spine disorders, neurological conditions, trauma-related injuries, and other neurosurgical diagnoses.
• Counsels patients and families on medical processes, illness management, medications, treatment plans, surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and health promotion.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing patient treatment plans and outcomes.
• Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
• Provides consultation-level services for conditions and problems related to Neurosurgery.
• Manages patients in healthcare settings other than the primary clinic setting, including inpatient services and procedural areas.
• Performs procedures specific to scope of practice and proficiency as delegated by the supervising physician.
• May assist in the operating room based on experience, training, privileges, and departmental needs.
• May be required to perform patient care duties beyond the regular schedule based on department coverage needs.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of neurosurgical and spine conditions, treatment alternatives, pharmacology, and preventive healthcare measures.
• Knowledge of values, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical 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 conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory studies, imaging, and other diagnostic tests.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Ability to manage patients in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.

Qualifications

• Required
• EDUCATION - Graduate of an Accredited Physician Assistant Program
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION
• Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS certification or obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer
• Recommended
• One (1) year of Physician Assistant experience
• Neurosurgery, Spine, Orthopedics, Trauma, Surgical Services, or related clinical experience
• Experience in inpatient and outpatient settings
• Experience with Epic EMR

Practice Highlights

• Neurosurgery practice at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Waxahachie
• Inpatient and outpatient responsibilities
• Collaborative physician-led team
• Hospital rounding and clinic responsibilities
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced neurosurgeons
• Exposure to a broad range of neurosurgical and spine conditions
• Access to Baylor Scott & White Health's extensive specialty network and resources.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.