Physician Assistant Trauma & Acute Care

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Temple
Posted on: February 16, 2021

Job Description:

The Specialty Physician Assistant evaluates, plans and provides care for patients in consultation with and under direct supervision of attending Physician. The Specialty Physician Assistant performs clinical procedures under direction of attending Physician and according to approved protocols to include Performing appropriate medical screening and physical examinations, interpreting laboratory data correctly and ordering appropriate laboratory investigations. In addition, the Specialty Physician Assistant obtains medical and personal histories, performs physical exams, educates patients and families, conducts research activities reporting and publishing findings when completed.The ideal candidate for the Specialty Physician Assistant role maintains effective communication with patients, staff and physicians; provides patient care in a competent, professional and courteous manner; and keeps abreast of current research and incorporates relevant findings into specific areas of clinical practice. -- Specialty/Department/Practice - BSWH Temple Trauma & Acute Care-- Shift/Schedule - Full Time, 7 on/7 off, 7am-5pm, will rotate through Trauma, Geriatric Trauma and ED - all inpatient-- Benefits - Our competitive benefits package includes*:-- 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.QUALIFICATIONS- EDUCATION - Bachelor's- EXPERIENCE - Minimum/no experience required- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Physician Assistants (PA)Basic Life Support (BLS): Must have a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within 30 days of hire or transfer.

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