Orthopedic Physician Assistant - Outpatient - Plano

Baylor Scott and White Orthopedics is looking to add a Physician Assistant to their Muscle and Joint Care Team

• Plano, Texas, United States

• Baylor Scott & White Health

• Advanced Practice

• Full Time

• Day Job

At Baylor Scott and White Muscle and Joint Care we take care of customers 18 years of age and older. This is a virtual care practice that operates out of an office on the Plano campus. We are dedicated to helping communities across the state of Texas.

The care team in our product works together to create a care plan that puts you at the center of your health. This experienced team of APPs, Care coordinators and Medical Assistants are here for every step of your health journey. Our goal is simple: to help you get better and stay that way.

Position Highlights:

• Care Model: Collaborative team including fellow APP's and supervising physician.

• Support Staff: Medical Assistants and LMSW

• Work Schedule: Monday - Fridays 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

• What makes this role attractive: Autonomy, virtual clinic, support staff, multispecialty collaboration

Job Summary:

The Orthopedic Physician Assistant is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who actively 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.

These providers typically provide care to patients in a virtual clinic.

Essential Functions of the role:

Assess the physical 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 protocols/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 patients' 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.

Provide consultation level services for conditions /problems related to the Provider's specialty and training.

Key Success Factors:

· Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat orthopedic 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.

· Self-Starter who is comfortable working independently

· 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.

Belonging Statement

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

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.

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.