Emergency Medicine PA: Trauma & Rapid Care Expert

Allied Doctor's Hospital; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Doctor's Hospital in Arlington, Texas is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join its fast-paced emergency medicine team. This full-time role focuses on immediate, life-saving care for patients with acute injuries and illnesses, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a high-energy hospital environment.

The ideal candidate has a PA degree with NCCPA certification, valid Texas licensure, and at least 2 years in emergency medicine or trauma care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Valid state licensure as a Physician Assistant.
• NCCPA certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in emergency medicine or trauma care settings.
• Thorough knowledge of trauma assessment and stabilization protocols.
• Ability to perform trauma-related procedures under supervision.
• Proven ability to document patient care accurately to support clinical decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team.
• Adaptability and commitment to thrive in a high-pressure healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to trauma alerts by rapidly assessing patient conditions upon arrival.
• Stabilize patients and administer immediate care to prevent further medical deterioration.
• Assist in resuscitation efforts, including life-saving interventions as directed by supervising physicians.
• Collaborate with trauma surgeons and critical care nurses to coordinate multidisciplinary care for trauma patients.
• Perform thorough physical examinations and interpret diagnostic results, including labs and imaging.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and document in electronic health records.
• Support the execution of invasive procedures and provide wound care per protocols.
• Educate patients and families about trauma protocols, care plans, and recovery processes.
• Facilitate transfer of trauma patients to appropriate units or facilities as needed.
• Monitor and manage patients' pain and discomfort throughout their stay.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and safe handoffs.
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols in trauma care settings.

Skills

Trauma care

Emergency medicine

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Adaptability

Trauma procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree and accredited PA program

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Allied Doctor's Hospital in Arlington, Texas is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join its fast-paced emergency medicine team. This full-time role focuses on immediate, life-saving care for patients with acute injuries and illnesses, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a high-energy hospital environment.

The ideal candidate has a PA degree with NCCPA certification, valid Texas licensure, and at least 2 years in emergency medicine or trauma care.