PA - Palliative Care

Job Opportunity

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Marble Falls is seeking a Physician Assistant for Palliative Care. This is a full-time position with day shifts.

Job Description

The Physician Assistant will assess the physical and mental condition of patients by performing comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories. They will order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs. The PA will prescribe, recommend, and/or employ medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. They will recommend interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks and formulate and implement 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. The PA will evaluate patient's response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care, counsel patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion, and maintain appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. They will initiate timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise, provide consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider's specialty and training, manage patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.), perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and competency of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician, and 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. Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state that is party to the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs & Texas APRN. Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer. Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required.

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8a-5p. Inpatient Only. 3-8 patients per day. Compensation based on experience.

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: Less than 1 Year of Experience. Certification/License/Registration: Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer. Physician Assistants (PA): Must have a PA license through the state of TX.

Client Details

State TX