Physician Assistant ICU Intensivist Critical Care (Nights)

Position Highlights Schedule: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, 7 on / 7 off rotation, offering extended time off between work weeks. Critical Care Focus: Provide high-acuity care for ICU patients during overnight hours in a collaborative hospital environment. Manageable Patient Load: Average of 12 patients per shift. Clinical Responsibilities: Inpatient rounding New and established patient evaluations Hospital and ED consults Pre- and post-operative care Individual in-basket management Procedural Opportunities: Perform central lines, arterial lines, and intubations while managing complex critical care patients. Independent Practice: Work with significant autonomy while maintaining physician collaboration and support as part of a growing ICU team. Mentorship & Onboarding: Comprehensive 12‑18 month mentorship program with structured onboarding, physician oversight, and peer support. Preferred Background: At least 1 year of Critical Care/Acute Care experience. New graduates welcome! Benefits 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 The PA Intensivist Medicine is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. Inpatient Medicine providers work in critical care settings. They manage patients by rounding, performing procedures, and handling hospital admissions and discharges. 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. Performs procedures following approved protocols, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks. Formulates and implements patient treatment plans based on assessments and evidence‑based medicine. Collaborates with physicians and team members when needed. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness. Counsels patients and families on medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with 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 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 proficiency of the provider) as delegated by supervising Physician. May conduct hospital rounds, assist with admissions and discharges, and provide on‑call support. 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 is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes 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. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer. Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA). Qualifications EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

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Physician Assistants (PA) ACLS (ACLS): Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer. Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation