Physician Assistant, Foregut Surgery (Esophageal Surgery)
Dell Medical School
Austin, TX
1 day ago
$120k+
Job Description
Join Dell Medical School as a Physician Assistant in Foregut Surgery, providing critical patient care in various settings while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to manage foregut diseases. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact patient outcomes through direct involvement in surgical procedures and education.
Key Responsibilities
Provide care for patients with foregut surgical conditions
First assist in OR
Collaborate with attending surgeons and multidisciplinary care team
Conduct preoperative and postoperative patient evaluations
Independently manage follow-up visits and adjust care plans
Educate patients on surgical procedures and recovery expectations
Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Document care in electronic medical records
Support education of medical students, residents, and fellows
Required Qualifications
Licensed and certified Physician Assistant in Texas
Graduate of an accredited nursing or physician assistant program
Bachelor's degree
Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills
Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous quality improvement
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with value-based care models
Experience with EPIC EHR and Athena EMR
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Benefits & Perks
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment furnished