Summary

The Section of Cardiology in the Department of Medicine is looking for a Physician Assistant to provide advanced nursing care to patients at our Baylor Clinic.

Job Purpose

Provides advanced patient care to patients in a clinical setting in an area of specialization under the direction of a physician.

Job Duties

• Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.
• Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.
• Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.
• Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records.
• Provide follow-up health maintenance care to patients in accordance with protocols established with the supervising physician.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care.
• Collaborates with providers, and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Required:

• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.

Experience Required:

• None required. Preferred cardiology experience.

Certifications/Licenses/Registration:

• Current license as a Physician Assistant by the Texas Physician Assistant Board or current license as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner by the Texas Board of Nursing.
• National certification as a Physician Assistant (NCCPA) or Nurse Practitioner (AANP or ANCC), as applicable.
• Specialty certification as required by department.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.