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. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Round Rock is a full-service community hospital offering comprehensive care across more than 40 specialties, supported by affiliated clinics, specialty services, and a freestanding cancer center. The hospital is Magnet®-designated for nursing excellence, reflecting a commitment to high-quality care, teamwork, and professional practice.

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, highly rated schools, well-planned neighborhoods, and abundant parks and recreation. Residents enjoy a family-friendly environment with convenient access to Austin’s cultural amenities, dining, and major employers.

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

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well at every stage of your journey. 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.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care 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. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness.
• Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion.
• Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
• Provides consultation-level services for conditions/problems related to the provider’s specialty and training.
• Manages patients in healthcare settings other than the primary clinic (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.).
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and proficiency of the provider as delegated by supervising physician.
• May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• 1+ years of clinical experience
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of 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 interactions, and preventive health-care measures
• Knowledge of values, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in the use of computers and related software applications
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
• Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification
• Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests