Vascular Surgery (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

Summary

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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

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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

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• 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.

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