Nocturnist Physician Assistant - Hospitalist

Job description

Nocturnist Physician Assistant - Hospitalist

nBaylor University Medical Center - Dallas, TX

nJob Summary

nThe Nocturnist Physician Assistant (PA) - Inpatient Medicine is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who delivers high-quality, direct patient care during overnight hours in a hospital setting. This role includes delegated prescriptive authority, credentialing, and privileging, with services billed as an independent provider in accordance with Medicare, Medicaid, and applicable regulatory standards.

nWorking collaboratively with supervising physicians and interdisciplinary teams, the Nocturnist PA manages acutely ill and hospitalized patients, focusing on admissions, cross-coverage, and overnight clinical care. The provider practices within the scope defined by state regulations, institutional policies, and clinical protocols.

nSchedule & Role Focus

nnnNight shift / nocturnist schedule (e.g., 9 PM - 7 AM or similar)

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nnPrimary responsibility for overnight admissions, cross-coverage, and urgent patient needs

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nnCollaboration with hospitalists, specialists, nursing staff, and ancillary services

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nnMay include weekend and holiday rotations

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n nEssential Functions of the Role

nnnPerform comprehensive or focused histories and physical examinations to assess patient conditions

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nnOrder, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic studies

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nnDiagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in hospitalized patients

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nnInitiate and manage treatment plans using evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines

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nnPrescribe medications and therapeutic interventions in accordance with approved protocols

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nnRespond to overnight clinical changes, rapid responses, and urgent patient needs

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nnConduct hospital rounds, admissions, and discharges as needed

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nnPerform procedures within scope of practice and demonstrated competency

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nnCollaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes

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nnEducate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and health promotion

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nnDocument all patient care activities accurately and in a timely manner

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nnInitiate consultations and referrals when cases exceed scope or expertise

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n nKey Success Factors

nnnAdvanced knowledge of inpatient medicine, disease processes, and treatment modalities

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nnStrong clinical judgment and critical thinking, especially in high-acuity situations

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nnAbility to work independently during overnight hours while maintaining collaboration

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nnExcellent verbal and written communication skills

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nnStrong interpersonal skills and team-based approach to care

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nnProficiency in electronic medical records and clinical software systems

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nnAbility to develop and implement outcomes-based treatment plans

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nnSkill in interpreting diagnostic tests and responding to clinical changes

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n nMinimum Qualifications

nnnGraduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

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nnCurrent licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state of Texas

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nnCertification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

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nnPrescriptive authority and DEA (as applicable)

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nnBasic Life Support (BLS) certification

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nnAdvanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 30 days of hire

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n nPreferred Qualifications

nnnExperience in inpatient medicine, hospitalist, or acute care settings

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nnPrior nocturnist or night shift experience

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n nBenefits

nBaylor University Medical Center offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

nnnImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

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nn401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

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nnTuition reimbursement programs

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nnPaid Time Off (PTO) starting on Day 1

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n nNote: Benefits may vary based on position type and employment status.

nQUALIFICATIONS

nnnEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program

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nnEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

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nnCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

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n n&nbspPhysician Assistants (PA)

n&nbspBasic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

nAs a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Worksite address

dallas, TX, 75215, US

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