Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)

Baylor Scott & White Health | Baylor University Medical Center - Dallas

Position Summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to join a busy and growing Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery practice at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas . This role combines First Assist, inpatient, and outpatient responsibilities while working directly with Dr. Neil Mauskar .

The PA will play an integral role in the full continuum of surgical care, including clinic evaluations, hospital rounding, consults, perioperative management, and operative assistance. This opportunity is ideal for a candidate who is passionate about surgery, enjoys working closely with a surgeon, and is interested in developing expertise in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.

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Position Highlights

- Full-time, surgical and clinical role
- Significant First Assist responsibilities
- Inpatient and outpatient practice
- Direct mentorship from an experienced Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
- Exposure to both reconstructive and cosmetic procedures
- Open to experienced PAs and motivated new graduates

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Practice Scope

This well-rounded Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery practice includes:

Reconstructive Procedures

- Breast Reconstruction
- DIEP Flap Reconstruction
- Skin Flap Reconstruction
- Complex Soft Tissue Reconstruction
- Post-Mastectomy Reconstruction
- Wound Reconstruction

Cosmetic Procedures

- Liposuction
- Mommy Makeover Procedures
- Body Contouring
- Cosmetic Breast Surgery

The PA will participate in patient evaluations, perioperative care, operative management, and postoperative follow-up.

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Schedule

Monday-Friday

- Typical start time: 6:45 AM
- Combination of clinic, hospital rounding, and operating room responsibilities

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Call Responsibilities

- Approximately one week of practice call per month
- Phone call coverage and occasional on-site practice coverage
- Rare hospital call-back for urgent inpatient or surgical needs
- Flexibility for occasional extended surgical days is required

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Essential Functions

- Evaluate and manage patients in outpatient, inpatient, and perioperative settings
- Perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans
- Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic testing
- Prescribe medications and treatments within scope of practice
- Conduct preoperative and postoperative evaluations
- Round on hospitalized patients
- Participate in hospital and ED consults
- Coordinate care and maintain accurate documentation
- Counsel and educate patients and families
- Participate in all aspects of perioperative patient management

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First Assist Responsibilities

A significant portion of this role is dedicated to surgical first assisting, including:

- Surgical exposure and retraction
- Tissue handling
- Wound closure
- Intraoperative assistance during reconstructive procedures
- Surgical preparation and coordination
- Collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and OR staff

This role is best suited for someone who enjoys the operating room and wants substantial surgical involvement.

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Clinical Responsibilities

Outpatient

- New patient consultations
- Established patient visits
- Follow-up appointments
- Global postoperative visits
- Preoperative evaluations
- Postoperative management

Inpatient

- Daily hospital rounds
- Surgical consults
- Admissions
- Emergency department consults
- Postoperative patient management

Procedures

- Tissue expander fills
- Minor wound debridement
- Wound management
- Other delegated procedures consistent with training and scope of practice

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Qualifications

Required

- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Texas PA license or eligibility
- NCCPA certification
- BLS certification within 30 days of hire

Preferred

- Surgical and/or First Assist experience
- Experience in Plastic Surgery, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Trauma, Neurosurgery, or other surgical specialties

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Experience

- One year of experience preferred
- Open to new graduates and early-career PAs

Dr. Mauskar is open to training the right candidate and believes a newer PA can be highly successful in this role through mentorship and development within the practice.

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Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be:

- Passionate about surgery and First Assist work
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Extremely punctual and disciplined
- Self-motivated and accountable
- Adaptable and coachable
- Comfortable in a high-volume, fast-paced surgical environment
- Willing to learn a highly technical specialty and grow long-term within the practice

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Training & Mentorship

The selected PA will receive direct mentorship from Dr. Neil Mauskar , including:

- Clinical onboarding
- Surgical workflow integration
- First Assist development
- Postoperative management
- Practice-specific training and protocols

The practice is committed to developing the right candidate for long-term success.

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Benefits

Baylor Scott & White Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
- Additional wellness and retirement benefits

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Baylor University Medical Center - Dallas Community Highlights

Located in the heart of Dallas, Baylor University Medical Center is a nationally recognized tertiary care and academic medical center within Baylor Scott & White Health.

Dallas offers:

- No state income tax
- Diverse housing options from urban living to family-friendly suburbs
- Exceptional dining, shopping, and entertainment
- Professional sports teams including the Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers, Stars, and FC Dallas
- World-class arts and cultural districts
- Convenient travel through DFW International Airport and Love Field
- Top-rated public and private schools
- A thriving economy with numerous Fortune 500 headquarters

This opportunity offers the ability to build a specialized surgical career in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery while living in one of the nation's most dynamic metropolitan areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

Physician Assistants (PA)

Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.