Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Program
Board certification by appropriate certifying organization
Licensed as a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner in Texas
Preferred experience in Vascular Surgery
Strong commitment to clinical excellence and scholarly activity
Responsibilities
Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform physical examinations
Formulate assessments and care plans, evaluating patient responses to treatment
Order and interpret diagnostic studies, including X-rays and MRIs
Prescribe pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatments
Educate patients on treatment regimens and health maintenance
Maintain accurate documentation in the Epic electronic medical record
Provide follow-up care and ongoing health maintenance services
Guide and support staff, including nurses and medical assistants
Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and families
Instruct and support students and residents assigned to the service
Foster a positive, team-based work environment
Benefits
Faculty appointment at the Instructor level
Eligibility for full faculty benefits
Opportunity to work in a prestigious medical institution
Engagement in a collaborative and supportive team environment
Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Full Job Description
Vascular Surgery (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)
Division: Surgery
Work Arrangement:
Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range:
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Schedule:
Summary
The Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy within the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Provider to deliver high-quality surgical care under physician supervision at Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital in Houston, Texas. The successful candidate will demonstrate clinical excellence, a commitment to scholarly activity, and the ability to manage direct patient care responsibilities. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment at the Instructor level and be eligible for full faculty benefits.
Job Duties
Primary responsibilities include providing inpatient and outpatient care for vascular surgery patients. The Advanced Practice Provider will:
Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform physical examinations
Formulate assessments and care plans and evaluate patient responses to treatment
Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic studies, including, but not limited to, X-rays, electrocardiograms, laboratory tests, and MRI and CT imaging
Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatments
Educate patients regarding prescribed treatment regimens, home care, and health maintenance
Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the Epic electronic medical record
Provide follow-up care and ongoing health maintenance services
Provide guidance and work direction to support staff, including nurses, medical assistants, and clinic coordinators
Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and patients' family members regarding care
Provide instruction, direction, and support to physician assistant and nurse practitioner students, medical students, and residents assigned to the service
Foster a positive, team-based work environment through supportive and respectful interactions with colleagues, staff, learners, and faculty
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Program.
Board certification by appropriate certifying organization.
Licensed as a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas.
Vascular Surgery experience, preferred.
Requisition ID: 26707
About Baylor College of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) is a private medical school located in Houston, Texas. It was founded in 1900 and is affiliated with the Texas Medical Center. BCM is known for its research and education programs in the biomedical sciences. The school offers degrees in medicine, biomedical sciences, and allied health sciences. BCM is also home to several research centers and institutes, including the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Huffington Center on Aging, and the Human Genome Sequencing Center.
