PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - UROLOGY - UROLOGY

Company: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Location: Houston
Posted on: September 28, 2024

Job Description:

Physician Assistant - Urology
Position Title: Physician Assistant Department: Urology Division: Surgery Reports to: Physician Assistant Supervisor and Manager, Supervising Physician, and Department Chairman MISSION STATEMENT The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public. SUMMARY The primary function of the Physician Assistant is to assist supervising physicians in providing direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care. Demonstrate care that is effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of wellness. Counsel and educate patients and their families about disease and illness. This PA position will function primarily in the outpatient clinic setting and will also assist in the OR. The primary work location is the TMC Campus, but should be open to traveling to our Houston Area Locations (HALS). The ideal candidate will be a Licensed Physician Assistant with prior PA experience in Surgery or Urology. CORE VALUES Caring Behaviors Courtesy: Is respectful and courteous to each other at all times Friendliness/Teamwork: Promotes and rewards teamwork and inclusiveness; Is sensitive to the concerns of our patients and our co-workers Integrity Behaviors Reliability: Communicates frequently, honestly and openly Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for practicing our values Safety: Notices a safety concern and brings it to someone's attention; Models safe behaviors (wears badge, washes hands, keeps work area clean and orderly) Discovery Behaviors Responsiveness: By his/her actions, creates an environment of trust; Encourages learning, creativity and new ideas Personal Leadership/Self-Initiative: Helps others to identify and solve problems; Seeks personal growth and enables others to do so KEY FUNCTIONS 1. Obtains medical history and performs physical exam on patients. Interprets diagnostic tests and radiographic results and come up with a management plan for patients in concert with faculty physicians. Takes responsibility for patient assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient needs as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team. Documents in chart for all patients seen. 2. Reviews/orders diagnostic tests and radiographic results. Formulates and manages patient treatment plans and outcomes. 3. Performs as first or second assist on operative cases using fine motor skills and manual dexterity. 4. Performs procedures, prescribes treatment, and signs prescriptions in accordance with institution and state requirements. Screens physician calls to educate patient/family on care and resources. 5. Collaborates in research projects, formulates protocols, and applies research to practice. 6. Other duties as assigned. CORE COMPETENCIES IC - Analytical Thinking: o Gather relevant information systematically; o Break down problems into simple components; and o Make sound decisions. IC - Innovative Thinking: o Approach problems with curiosity and open-mindedness; and o Offer new ideas, solutions and/or options. IC - Build Relationships: o Initiate, develop, and manage relationships and networks; and o Show sincere interest in others and their concerns. TC - Patient Care o Demonstrates population-based competencies (age-specific, diversity) and o Functions within professional scope TC - Medical Knowledge o Demonstrates medical knowledge as defined by position description TC - Professionalism o Demonstrates commitment to collaborative professional relationships with physicians and all members of health care team o Demonstrates a high level of responsibility, ethical practice, sensitivity to a diverse patient population o Adheres to legal and regulatory requirements and o Demonstrates a commitment to excellence (i.e. proper hand washing practices) and ongoing professional development WORKING CONDITIONS This position requires: Working in Office Environment: Yes Working in Patient Care Unit (e.g. Nursing unit; outpatient clinic): Yes Exposure to human/animal blood, body fluids, or tissues: Yes Exposure to harmful chemicals: No Exposure to radiation: No Exposure to animals: No EDUCATION Required: Graduate of a Physician Assistant training program approved by the Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION Required: PA certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants. Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR), Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) OR Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas. EXPERIENCE Required: None It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. Additional Information Requisition ID: 169169 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Day/Evening, Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 115,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 144,000 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 173,000 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Onsite Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: Yes Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes Science Jobs: No

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