PA Primary Care

Overview

Join Our Award-Winning Team at Baylor Scott & White Health - Where Passion Meets Purpose!

Are you a compassionate, dedicated Physician Assistant with a passion for primary care? Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of patients across all life spans within a supportive, collaborative environment? If so, Baylor Scott & White Health is the place for you!

We're seeking a primary care focused Physician Assistant to join our dynamic Primary Care Team in Hewitt, Texas. As a recognized leader in healthcare, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional, patient-centered care backed by national accolades from U.S. News & World Report
. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected healthcare system that truly values its providers.

As a Physician Assistant with a primary care focus, you will provide exceptional care across all life spans and families in a thriving primary care setting. You will assess, diagnose, treat, and educate patients while collaborating closely with a team of dedicated professionals to ensure comprehensive care and best outcomes.

• 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, 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.
• Forms 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 patient’s 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.
• Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice as delegated by supervising Physician.
• May provide care to a panel of patients in a team-based model focusing on acute and chronic illness management, as well as population health.

• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program. New graduates and experienced providers considered.

• 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

• A team-oriented and compassionate provider with a focus on primary care.
• Excellent clinical skills and the ability to create personalized treatment plans.
• A passion for collaborative care, working with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.
• Ability to engage with patients and families, providing education and support in a clear and empathetic manner.

Join one of the most welcoming and steadily growing communities in Central Texas, where small-town warmth meets modern convenience.

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