Baylor Scott & White Health has an opening for a Physician Assistant to join our Neurology Team in Temple, Texas.

Our facilities have national and regional recognition by U.S. News & World Report - a reflection of our talent and commitment to advanced quality care that is safe and compassionate.

We are looking for a committed team player with a favorable work/ training history. The ideal candidate should be focused on quality, and be able to effectively collaborate with referring physicians, agencies and other professionals to provide optimum patient care within our award-winning integrated health care system

The Physician Assistant evaluates, plans and provides care for patients in consultation with and under direct supervision of attending Physician. The Physician Assistant performs clinical procedures under direction of attending Physician and according to approved protocols to include Performing appropriate medical screening and physical examinations, interpreting laboratory data correctly and ordering appropriate laboratory investigations.  In addition, the Physician Assistant obtains medical and personal histories, performs physical exams, educates patients and families, conducts research activities reporting and publishing findings when completed.

The ideal candidate for the Physician Assistant role maintains effective communication with patients, staff and physicians; provides patient care in a competent, professional and courteous manner; and keeps abreast of current research and incorporates relevant findings into specific areas of clinical practice.

§  Specialty/Department/Practice – Neurology

§  Shift/Schedule – Days 8-5p

§  Benefits – Our competitive benefits package includes*:

ü  Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

ü  401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

ü  Tuition Reimbursement

ü  PTO accrual beginning Day 1

*Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple is a 574-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital with a Level I Trauma designation. In 2018, the hospital was ranked as one of the top 100 hospitals and one of the top 15 teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. The hospital has 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs that include specialties in emergency medicine and radiology and offers a well-established and respected chaplain resident program.

About the Community

Temple is regarded as one of the best areas to live and work in Texas and was ranked the sixth most affordable place to live in the U.S. in 2019. In addition to no state taxes, Temple enjoys a robust economy, and a cost of living that’s lower than the national average. Served by four independent school districts and nationally recognized Temple College, the community places a high priority on education. Dubbed the “Wildflower Capital of Texas,” Temple lies along the famous Texas Wildflower Trail and is the demographic center of the state, with convenient access to major cities including Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's
• EXPERIENCE - Minimum/no experience required
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

       Basic Life Support (BLS)

       Physician Assistants (PA)