Physician Assistant (PA), Sleep Medicine

Full Job Description

Company Overview

• Tricoastal Narcolepsy and Sleep Disorders Center is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients suffering from sleep disorders.
• Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for our patients through innovative treatments and thorough diagnostic evaluations.

Summary

• The position would start as four days per week with the potential to grow to five days per week/full time following training and subject to patient volume.
• We are looking for a committed team player to join our two-physician practice.
• Our comprehensive sleep center has outpatient clinic, a three-bed sleep laboratory, and a clinical research program. The ideal candidate will immerse into all of these domains.
• The position does not involve hospital/inpatient care. There are no night, weekend, or holiday shifts, and there is no call schedule. We value a healthy work-life balance for our team members.
• On-the-job training will be provided upon joining the team, and patient care will occur under physician supervision following training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough diagnostic evaluations of patients with sleep disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in research initiatives aimed at advancing the understanding of sleep disorders.
• Maintain accurate medical records and manage patient data effectively.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding sleep health.
• Assist in administrative tasks relative to patient care (e.g., appeals letters, obtaining prior authorizations, etc.).

Essential Functions of the Role

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Participates in clinical research, including but not limited to: subject enrollment, conducting well visit history and physical examinations, collecting urine and/or blood samples, and entering research data into appropriate software.
• Orders and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes, recommends and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in partnership with supervising physicians. Evaluates patient’s response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care.
• Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over the counter medications and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human diseases within the scope of practice
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
• Skill in the use of computers and related software applications
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
• Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification
• Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant (PA) in the state of Texas

Logistics

• Mon-Thu: 9am-5pm Outpatient
• Mixture of telemedicine and in-person visits
• Potential for telemedicine only clinic on Fridays
• Starting salary: $96,000/year (4 days/week) with growth to $120,000/year (5 days/week) upon growing to full time

Certification/License/Registration

• Physician Assistants (PA): Must have a PA license through the state of Texas.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $96,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Neurology
• Sleep Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person