Epilepsy Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, Neurology
Houston, Texas
Employer: Baylor College of Medicine
Industry: Advanced Practice Providers
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Division: Neurology
Work Arrangement:
Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range:
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Schedule:
Summary
The Department of Neurology is looking to recruit an Advance Practice Provider for the Epilepsy service. A successful candidate will be able to treat patients in a clinical setting under the direction of a physician. The Department of Neurology at Baylor College of Medicine provides personalized care for patients with neurological disease, trains medical students and residents in clinical care and research, conducts research to advance the art and science of neurology, and provides meaningful new therapies for patients.
Job Duties
Minimum Qualifications
For Physician Assistant:
For Nurse Practitioner:
Preferred Qualifications
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Requisition ID: 20194
Work Arrangement:
Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range:
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Schedule:
Summary
The Department of Neurology is looking to recruit an Advance Practice Provider for the Epilepsy service. A successful candidate will be able to treat patients in a clinical setting under the direction of a physician. The Department of Neurology at Baylor College of Medicine provides personalized care for patients with neurological disease, trains medical students and residents in clinical care and research, conducts research to advance the art and science of neurology, and provides meaningful new therapies for patients.
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
For Physician Assistant:
- Education Required: Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies. NOTE: Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at time of graduation.
- Experience Required: None required.
- Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board. Specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
For Nurse Practitioner:
- Education Required: Master's degree in Nursing. NOTE: Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at time of graduation.
- Experience Required: None required.
- Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current APRN license by Texas Board of Nursing. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong communication skills with the ability to address health concerns with patients in a clear and respectful manner.
- Ability to display a professional and positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across the Practice.
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, efficient, and strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Epic (electronic medical record).
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Requisition ID: 20194
Created: 2024-10-02
Reference: 20194
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Houston
ZIP: 77069
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