Urologist Inpatient

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Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

• Tuition Reimbursement

• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Position Summary

The Acute Care Urology Inpatient Provider (Physician) is responsible for the comprehensive evaluation, management, and coordination of care for patients admitted under the Urology service. This role focuses on inpatient and acute care management, including consults, postoperative care, and coordination with surgical and medical teams to optimize patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities (MD/DO – Acute Care Urology, Inpatient)

Consultation Services

• Respond promptly to inpatient and emergency department urology consults.

• Perform complete assessments, formulate management plans, and communicate recommendations to referring teams.

• Prioritize consults based on clinical urgency and patient acuity.

Inpatient Clinical Management

• Provide comprehensive care for patients admitted under the Urology service, including initial evaluation, diagnosis, and daily management.

• Conduct daily rounds on postoperative and medical urology inpatients, adjusting treatment plans as clinically indicated.

• Manage acute urologic conditions such as urinary retention, hematuria, nephrolithiasis, infections, and urologic trauma.

• Coordinate preoperative optimization and postoperative recovery for surgical patients.

• Evaluate and manage urgent urologic issues in consultation with the Emergency Department and other inpatient teams.

Procedural Responsibilities

• Perform bedside and minor urologic procedures such as catheter placements/exchanges, bladder irrigations, nephrostomy and stent management, and cystoscopy (if credentialed).

• Assist or independently perform surgical procedures in the operating room as assigned, depending on departmental needs and credentials.

• Ensure appropriate pre-procedure evaluation and post-procedure care.

Coordination & Communication

• Collaborate closely with the Urology attending team, advanced practice providers, residents, nursing staff, and ancillary services.

• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds to ensure coordinated patient care.

• Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients and families regarding diagnoses, procedures, and treatment plans.

Documentation & Continuity of Care

• Complete timely and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR), including admission notes, progress notes, operative reports, and discharge summaries.

• Coordinate discharge planning, ensuring clear follow-up and outpatient continuity of care.

• Adhere to institutional protocols, billing documentation standards, and compliance requirements.

• Participate in outpatient Transition Care Management (TCM) clinics as needed/required by the service line and facility for quality outcomes

Teaching, Quality, and Professional Development

• Participate in the education and supervision of residents, medical students, and other trainees.

• Engage in quality improvement, patient safety, and peer-review initiatives within the department.

• Maintain current clinical knowledge through continuing medical education and evidence-based practice.

• Contribute to departmental meetings, rounds, and case discussions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be board certified/board eligible Urologist

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