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Physician Assistant - Urology (Inpatient/Outpatient, Surgical, Call Required)
nLocation: Fort Worth, Texas
nOrganization: Baylor Scott & White Health - Urology
nJob Summary
nThe Physician Assistant (PA) provides comprehensive care to urology patients across inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting a high-volume surgical practice. This role includes clinic evaluation, hospital rounding, perioperative management, procedural support, and participation in call coverage.
nThe PA practices under physician supervision with delegated prescriptive authority and functions as an integral member of the urology care team, managing both acute and chronic genitourinary conditions.
nKey Responsibilities
nnnManage urology patients in clinic and hospital settings, including pre- and post-operative care.
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nnPerform histories, physical exams, and develop treatment plans for common and complex urologic conditions (e.g., BPH, kidney stones, urinary retention, hematuria, urologic cancers).
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nnParticipate in daily inpatient rounding, consults, and emergency department evaluations.
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nnAssist in the operating room and support perioperative care.
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nnPerform urologic procedures within scope, such as catheter placement, catheter exchanges, bladder irrigation, and support for cystoscopy and stent management.
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nnManage post-operative complications, coordinate discharges, and ensure continuity of care.
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nnProvide patient and family education on procedures, medications, and recovery plans.
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nnCollaborate with physicians, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.
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nnParticipate in call rotation, including nights and weekends.
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n nEssential Functions
nnnPerform comprehensive and focused assessments, including histories and physicals.
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nnOrder and interpret labs, imaging, and diagnostic studies.
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nnPrescribe and manage medications in accordance with protocols and regulations.
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nnDevelop and implement evidence-based treatment plans and adjust care based on patient response.
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nnCounsel patients on diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive care.
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nnDocument care accurately and ensure timely communication across care teams.
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nnInitiate referrals and consultations as appropriate.
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nnProvide care across clinic, inpatient units, emergency department, and procedural areas.
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n nKey Success Factors
nnnKnowledge of urologic conditions, surgical care, and perioperative management.
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nnStrong clinical judgment in managing acute and post-surgical patients.
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nnEffective communication and teamwork skills.
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nnAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced surgical environment.
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nnProficiency in EMR systems and clinical documentation.
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n nQualifications
nEDUCATION
nnGraduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
n nEXPERIENCE
nnnLess than 1 year of experience required
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nnPreferred: Exposure to urology, surgical services, or inpatient care
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n nCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION
nnnLicensed as a Physician Assistant (PA) in the state of Texas
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nnNCCPA certification required
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nnEligible for prescriptive authority in the state of Texas
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nnBasic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire or transfer
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n nBenefits
nnnImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
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nn401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
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nnTuition reimbursement
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nnPTO accrual beginning Day 1
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n nBenefits may vary based on position type and/or level.
nBelonging Statement
nWe believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.d.
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 nPhysician Assistants (PA)
nBasic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (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
fort worth, TX, 76102, US
Who can apply
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