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.
About the Location
Round Rock, Texas, located just north of Austin, 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 family-friendly environment. Residents enjoy abundant parks, recreation, and entertainment, along with convenient access to Austin’s major employers, cultural amenities, and dining scene.
Core Values
- Serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- Never settle by constantly striving for better.
- Support one another and those we serve.
- Make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experiences.
Schedule
- 4-day workweek with 10-hour shifts
- 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 to dialysis units in the Greater Austin Region
- Will also work in Pflugerville
Benefits
- 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
- Assess the physical and mental condition of patients through comprehensive or problem-focused examinations and medical histories.
- Order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
- Prescribe or recommend medical drug therapies or other treatments.
- Perform procedures following approved protocols with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost.
- Recommend interventions to address health risks.
- Formulate and implement comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care.
- Evaluate patient responses to care and its effectiveness.
- Counsel patients and families on medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion.
- Counsel patients on drug regimens, side effects, and interactions with food, supplements, and medications.
- Maintain appropriate records detailing treatment plans and outcomes.
- Initiate timely consultation and referral when problems exceed scope of practice or expertise.
- Provide consultation-level services for conditions related to the provider’s specialty and training.
- Manage patients in healthcare settings beyond the primary clinic (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural).
- Perform 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 diagnostic and treatment techniques for human injuries, diseases, and deformities, including symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties, and preventive measures.
- Understanding of values, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
- Critical thinking and complex problem-solving abilities.
- 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.