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.

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

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.

Schedule

Monday-Friday

• Typical start time: 6:45 AM

• Combination of clinic, hospital rounding, and operating room responsibilities

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.