Nurse Practitioner - Genetics
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Belton
Posted on: November 12, 2024
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY
Join our Genetics Team at Baylor, Scott and White Health in Temple,
Texas!
Are you passionate about delivering innovative, patient-centered
care in a growing field of medicine? Baylor, Scott, and White
Health (BSWH) is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or
Physician Assistant to join our adult Genetics team in Temple,
Texas. This clinic-based role provides a unique opportunity to
learn and specialize in genetic conditions and make a lasting
impact on patients and their families.
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Genetics at Baylor, Scott, and White Health
Clinical genetics is the application of genomic technology to
better understand and manage particular health conditions. Our
Adult Genetics division at BSWH serves the greater Central Texas
community in providing access to genetic testing and genetic
counseling services for individuals and families. - -
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About the Position:
You will be joining our team of two physician providers who are
Medical Geneticists (ABMGG.org), a board-certified genetic
counselor, and a nurse clinician. The qualified applicant APP will
serve to increase access to genetics services in the outpatient
setting for many common as well as rare genetic conditions
including:
- - - - - - - -Hereditary Cancer Risk
- - - - - - - -Familial Cardiogenetic concerns
- - - - - - - -Selected inherited Neurologic conditions
The education of our patients and their families about how genes
may impact health, and the coordination of genetic testing options
is what providers in our Genetics clinic do every day. The Genetics
APP will be expected to evaluate patients for genetic risks; assess
individuals for a known genetic condition or family history;
perform physical examinations for dysmorphology; order and
interpret genetic testing; and to develop/prescribe therapeutic
interventions or therapy plans where appropriate.
Working collaboratively with physician(s), and through an
interdisciplinary program designed to address best practices in
Clinical Genetics (see CGAPP.org and ACMG.net), the APP will learn
to apply clinical skills in the rapidly advancing field of medical
genetics.
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Key Responsibilities for a Genetics APP:
1. - - - - - -Conduct thorough patient assessments, including
family histories and genetic testing to evaluate for hereditary
conditions.
2. - - - - - -Coordinate genetic testing services for patients and
their family members.
3. - - - - - -Communicate genetic information, including test
results and collaborate with physician providers to create
individualized care plans.
4. - - - - - -Provide education to patients and families about
genetic conditions, testing options and treatment pathways.
5. - - - - - -Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team to
ensure comprehensive patient care and appropriate referrals as
indicated.
6. - - - - - -Document a detailed clinic encounter in the medical
record and care plans in accordance with best practices and
clinical genetics standards. *
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What You Bring:
- - - - - - - -Graduate of an accredited Family Nurse Practitioner
or Physician Assistant program.
- - - - - - - -Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact
privileges, as well as Texas APRN licensure (or eligible).
- - - - - - - -Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (must be
obtained within 30 days of hire).
- - - - - - - -A passion for genetics in medicine, with strong
communication skills and an empathetic approach to patient
care.
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Why You'll Love Working Here:
- - - - - - - -Be part of a cutting-edge genetics team within a
nationally recognized healthcare system.
- - - - - - - -Enjoy a competitive benefits package starting from
Day 1, including health and welfare options, 401(k) with a
dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%, and tuition reimbursement for
your ongoing professional growth.
- - - - - - - -Benefit from a Monday through Friday clinic
schedule, giving you work-life balance while making a meaningful
impact.
- - - - - - - -Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team dedicated
to providing patient-centered care in the evolving field of
genetics.
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Join Us Today!
If you're excited about the opportunity to specialize in genetics
and provide life-changing care, apply today to join Baylor Scott &
White Health's Genetics team in Temple, Texas. We look forward to
welcoming you!
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Why Baylor Scott & White Health and Temple, Texas?
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-For over 120 years, Baylor Scott & White Health has been a leader
in delivering innovative and compassionate care. At Baylor Scott &
White Medical Center - Temple, we pride ourselves on offering
top-tier services across our hospital campus, pediatric centers,
long-term care facilities, and specialized clinics. Our integrated
healthcare system ensures that patients receive comprehensive care,
and as a provider, you will play an important role on our team to
expand the capacity and quality of those services.
SCHEDULE- Mon -Fri 8-5p- Outpatient only. Ages 12 yrs old and up.
-APP will require genetics-specific training. Goals: - decrease
wait time, increase access. Eval new patients for genetic disorder,
increase access with existing genetic disorder. Perform heredity
cancer risk assessment, Physical exams and dysmorphia exam. Order
and interpret genetic testing, develop therapeutic interventions,
plans, referrals.
MUST BE FNP CERTIFIED
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or
levelQUALIFICATIONS
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CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, San Marcos , Nurse Practitioner - Genetics, Other , Belton, Texas
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