Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

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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 ReimbursementPTO accrual beginning Day 1Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary: The PA Emergency Medicine is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider. They render 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. Emergency Medicine providers work in the Emergency Department and provide care during assigned shifts.

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, recommends, or uses medical drug therapies or related treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols with attention to 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 about 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 expertise of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.

Qualifications: EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited ProgramEXPERIENCE - More than 1 Year of ExperienceCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -Physician Assistants (PA) ACLS (ACLS): ACLS within 30 days of hire or transfer. Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.