Physician Assistant Primary Care

Position Highlights

• Join an established Enhanced Care Team (ECT) model with strong interdisciplinary support
• Monday-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Flexible scheduling options available
• Occasional extended hours and half-day Saturday coverage
• No hospital rounding or inpatient responsibilities

Clinical Practice

• Average patient volume of approximately 18 patients per day
• Care for patients across the lifespan in a primary care setting
• Mix of new patient visits, follow-ups, established patient care, and acute access appointments
• Opportunity to perform minor office procedures including:
  • Cryotherapy
  • Pap smears
  • Joint injections
  • Incision & drainage (I&D)
  • Additional minor procedures

Team & Support

• Dedicated CMA assigned to the provider
• Additional support from LVNs, RNs, and Patient Service Specialists
• Collaborative care environment with access to multiple support staff members
• Monthly physician collaboration and quality assurance with supervising physician

Training & Onboarding

• Structured onboarding and mentorship provided by the supervising physician, APP leadership, and clinic care team
• Outpatient Epic training provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of APP experience preferred

• BLS certification required

About Baylor Scott & White Health

Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest health systems in the United States. The integrated network includes hospitals, specialty clinics, outpatient facilities, and an academic research institute, providing comprehensive care across a broad range of medical specialties.

Known for its commitment to innovation, research, and patient-centered care, Baylor Scott & White offers providers access to a collaborative network, advanced clinical resources, and opportunities to practice within one of the state's most respected healthcare organizations.

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

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.

The Physician Assistant (PA) Primary Care is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as an independent provider by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice.

These providers typically provide care to patients in an internal medicine, family medicine, geriatric or pediatric clinic.

• Assess the physical and mental condition of patients by performing comprehensive or problem-focused physical exams and obtaining medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes, recommends, or uses medical drug therapies or other treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost.
• Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
• Creates and carries out detailed patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and care standards. Collaborates with physicians and team members when needed.
• 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. Discusses interactions with substances like food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and…