Orthopedic Spine Surgical Physician Assistant
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Dallas
Posted on: March 12, 2025
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Job Description:
ORTHOPEDIC SPINE SURGICAL PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Baylor Scott & White Spine & Scoliosis Center provides
comprehensive care for spinal disorders and injuries. With a
multidisciplinary team in Dallas, Frisco and Plano, including
spinal surgeons, pain management physicians and physical
therapists, treatment is tailored to the individual person's spine
problems.
Our fellowship-trained surgeons specialize in spine surgery
specifically to treat scoliosis, degenerative spine disorders and
revision spinal surgery. Our team will work with you to create a
plan so you can reclaim a pain-free life.
The back doctors at Baylor Scott & White Spine & Scoliosis Center
are wanting to add an experienced surgical physician assistant to
their highly skilled staff. - -
JOB SUMMARY
The Spine Surgical Physician Assistant is a licensed, certified,
non-physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct
patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority, is
credentialed and privileged, and whose service is billed as an
independent billing provider, as recognized by Medicare and
Medicaid within the healthcare systems, and in accordance with the
appropriate board. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical
care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the
supervising physician. Surgical providers care for both adult and
pediatric patients, and specialize in Orthopedics.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
Schedule : Primarily day shifts but some call and rotating weekends
may be required.
This position will be a combination of surgical first assist and
caring for patients in a clinical setting. - There may also be
hospital rounding on post operative patients. -
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 policies
with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends
interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
Formulates 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, level of experience and
training.
Manages patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary
clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, surgical,
procedural, etc.)
Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and
provider's level of expertise as delegated by supervising
Physician.
Performs follows-up with patient both pre- and post- operatively,
and may also round on patients in the hospital or see patients in
the Emergency Department.
Participates in all phases of perioperative patient management
including outpatient, inpatient, and operating room settings.
May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular
schedule based on coverage needs of the department.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and
treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities to include
symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions,
and preventive health-care measures
Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis,
treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental
dysfunctions
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
Skill in the use of computers and related software applications
Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based
patient treatment plans
Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and
psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior
modification
Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic
tests
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 Assistant (NCCPA)
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
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
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Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, Dallas , Orthopedic Spine Surgical Physician Assistant, Other , Dallas, Texas
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