About Us
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:
Monday- Friday 8-5p
No Call
Outpatient/Inpatient
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:
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Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
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Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
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Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
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Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
Job Summary
The PA Surgical Specialty-Operative 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. Surgical providers care for adult and pediatric patients. They specialize in General Surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Cosmetic, Vascular, Trauma, Transplant, Urology, Plastics, or other surgical specialties.
Essential Functions of the Role
May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.
Key Success Factors
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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.
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Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions
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Verbal and written communication skills
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Interpersonal skills
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Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
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Skill in the use of computers and related software applications
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Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
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Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification
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Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests
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Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas
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Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer
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Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.
QUALIFICATIONS
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EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
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EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
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CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Physician Assistants (PA)
Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
