Physician Assistant, Foregut Surgery

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Overview

The Physician Assistant, Foregut Surgery role at Dell Medical School combines direct patient care in OR, clinic and inpatient settings with a focus on collaborative, evidence-based management of patients with diseases of the foregut (GERD/Hiatal Hernias).

Responsibilities:

  • Provide care for patients with foregut surgical conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hiatal hernia, paraoesophageal hernia, and other esophageal and upper gastrointestinal disorders.
  • First assist in OR.
  • Collaborate with attending surgeons and the multidisciplinary care team to ensure accurate diagnosis, appropriate surgical and non-surgical management, and continuity of care.
  • Conduct preoperative and postoperative patient evaluations, including history-taking, physical exams, test interpretation, and patient counseling.
  • Independently manage follow-up visits, review diagnostic studies, and adjust care plans in consultation with supervising physicians.
  • Document care in the electronic medical record, coordinate preoperative clearances, and manage surgical scheduling requirements.

Requirements:

  • Licensed and certified Physician Assistant in the state of Texas, in good standing.
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing or physician assistant program; Bachelor's degree required.
  • 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.

Estimated annual salary range: $120,000 - $180,000. Required materials include a resume/CV, 3 work references with contact information, and a letter of interest.

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