Pediatric Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

2 weeks ago


San Antonio, United States Baylor College of Medicine Full time

Division: CHRISTUS Children's Hospital - San Antonio

Work Arrangement:

Location: San Antonio, TX

Salary Range :

FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary

Baylor College of Medicine at Christus Children's is seeking an advanced practice provider (APP) to join the section of Pediatric Gastroenterology. The APP works under a delineation of clinical privileges and works collaboratively with other members of the health care team, including the attending physicians, resident physicians, and fellow physicians to provide comprehensive patient care in accordance with the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. Practicing under established guidelines and clinical protocols, the APP assumes independent and interdependent responsibilities in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of treatment and procedures. Job duties are performed in a manner that is appropriate for the ages of patients served. The APP is responsible for education, research, consultation, and evaluation of clinical practice at various levels.

Serving as a focal point for pediatric services throughout the community, CHofSA is a world-class children's hospital - both inside and out. In February 2013, The Children's Hospital finalized an agreement with Baylor College of Medicine, highly ranked medical school by the U.S. News & World Report. Baylor College of Medicine recruits, employs, and oversees physicians and advance practice practitioners at the Children's Hospital.

The Alamo City is one of Texas' most historic and charming metropolitan areas, blending Old West history, Spanish heritage, and all the energy of a big city yet with the warm, welcoming feel of a small town. Residents are drawn to San Antonio by its housing prices, which are comparatively lower than the other large U.S. cities, along with the area's sunny weather and mild winters, rich diversity, excellent public and private schools, abundance of green space, professional sports, top-notch restaurants, two major amusement parks, shopping, nightlife and entertainment, and a strong regional economy, plus easy access to a major airport.

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.
  • Function with a high level of independence to help treat patients with a broad range of gastrointestinal and nutritional problems, including motility disorders, aerodigestive disorders and inflammatory bowel disease.
  • Work closely with the Section Head and members of the interdisciplinary pediatric gastroenterology team.
  • Act as primary communicator for patient questions and phone calls; assisting with prior authorizations and refills.
  • Identify patient educational needs and leading/coordinating the development of educational materials.
  • Show innovation and leadership in developing, recommending, planning, organizing policies and procedures designed to improve the patient/family experience with regard to minimizing wait times, timely communication with families, clinic flow, and provider-to-provider communication within and outside of clinic, as well as cost-effectiveness of patient care within the program.
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: Background working with children with chronic illnesses, and knowledge of long-term medications and drug interactions.
  • 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.
  • Experience Required: Background working with children with chronic illnesses, and knowledge of long-term medications and drug interactions.
  • Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current APRN license issued by the Texas Board of Nursing. Specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.


Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

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