Physician Assistant PA Urgent Care

Overview

Join Baylor Scott & White Health as a Physician Assistant in urgent care. Work in a patient‑centered environment recognized by U.S. News & World Report.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients, perform comprehensive or problem‑focused physical examinations, and obtain medical histories.
• Order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health‑care needs.
• Prescribe, recommend, and/or employ medical drug therapies or other therapeutic treatments and procedures, and perform indicated procedures in accordance with approved policies, with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost.
• Formulate and implement comprehensive outcomes‑based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence‑based medicine, and professional guidelines, collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary team members when appropriate; evaluate patient response to care.
• Counsel patients and families regarding medical processes, management of illnesses, medication, nutrition, and health promotion; counsel on drug regimens, side effects, and interactions with other substances.
• Maintain accurate records detailing treatment plans and outcomes; initiate timely consultation and referral when scope of practice is exceeded.
• Provide consultation‑level services for conditions within specialty and training.
• Perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and level of expertise as delegated by supervising physician.
• May be required to perform patient‑care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of diagnosis, treatment alternatives, drug properties, and preventive health‑care measures for injuries, diseases, and deformities.
• Knowledge of practices for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and complex problem‑solving skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes‑based treatment plans.
• Ability to counsel patients on medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Current Texas Physician Assistant license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• Current NCCPA certification.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience.
• Current Texas PA license.
• Current NCCPA certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

What We’re Looking For

• Team‑oriented and compassionate provider focusing on primary care.
• Excellent clinical skills and ability to create personalized treatment plans.
• Passion for collaborative care with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Ability to engage patients and families with clear, empathetic education and support.

Benefits

• Work‑life balance to support personal and professional life.
• Career growth opportunities for learning and advancement.