Physician Assistant- Nephrology - Round Rock

Baylor Scott & White Health promotes the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas, we empower you to live well.

About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Round Rock

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Round Rock is a full-service community hospital and part of Baylor Scott & White Health. The hospital provides comprehensive care across more than 40 specialties, supported by affiliated clinics, specialty services, and a freestanding cancer center. Recognized for nursing excellence through Magnet® designation, the hospital is committed to high-quality care, teamwork, and professional nursing practice. Providers benefit from access to a large regional health system with broad clinical resources and collaborative support.

About Round Rock, Texas

Located just north of Austin, Round Rock is one of the fastest-growing communities in the U.S., known for its strong quality of life. The city offers highly rated schools, well-planned neighborhoods, and a family-friendly environment with abundant parks, recreation, and entertainment options. Residents enjoy convenient access to Austin’s major employers, cultural amenities, and dining scene, along with a strong local economy and suburban appeal.

Our Core Values

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Schedule

• 4-10-hour days
• Must have at least 1 year of clinical experience
• Clinic and dialysis rounding (outpatient, with plans to add inpatient later)
• 15 patients per day
• Nephrology/dialysis experience required
• May need to travel/drive to dialysis units in the Greater Austin Region
• Will also work in Pflugerville

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well. Offerings may include:

• 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 on position type and/or level.

About the Role

The Physician Assistant Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who delivers direct patient care and has prescriptive authority. Credentialed, privileged, and billed as an independent provider by Medicare and Medicaid, the Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice, working in specialty clinics such as Nephrology, Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, and others.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing comprehensive or problem-focused examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and needs.
• Prescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or other treatments.
• Performs procedures following approved protocols with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost.
• Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care.
• Works with physicians and team members when needed and evaluates patient responses to care.
• Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion.
• Counsels patients about drug regimens, side effects, and interactions with food, supplements, and medications.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing patient treatment plans and outcomes.
• Initiates timely consultation and referral when problems exceed scope of practice or expertise.
• Provides consultation-level services for conditions related to the provider’s specialty and training.
• Manages patients in healthcare settings other than the primary clinic (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural).
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and proficiency as delegated by the supervising physician.
• May perform patient care duties beyond the regular schedule based on department coverage needs.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• 1+ years of clinical experience
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in Texas
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Skills

• Knowledge of techniques to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities, including symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties, and preventive healthcare measures
• Knowledge of diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitation methods for physical and mental dysfunctions
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving
• Proficiency in computers and related software applications
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive, outcomes-based patient treatment plans
• Ability to counsel patients on medical and psychological conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification
• Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests