Emergency Physician Assistant - Trauma & Critical Care Lead

Divine HealthCare; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan options

Paid time off

Job summary

Divine HealthCare in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking an Emergency Physician Assistant with at least two years in emergency medicine or trauma to join our onsite surgical center. This full-time role offers life-saving care in a dynamic, onsite environment.

The position features a Monday–Friday schedule with a ~40-hour workweek and collaboration with trauma surgeons, nurses, and specialists. Compensation ranges USD 140,000–180,000 annually plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Valid state licensure as a Physician Assistant.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Responsibilities

• Responding to trauma alerts and performing rapid assessments of patients’ medical conditions.
• Stabilizing patients and administering critical interventions to prevent deterioration, utilizing appropriate clinical practices.
• Assisting in resuscitation efforts and executing life-saving measures during emergencies.
• Coordinating care with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient management.
• Conducting thorough physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic tests, and documenting findings effectively.
• Administering medications and treatments as ordered by the supervising physician.
• Providing hands-on assistance in invasive procedures and comprehensive wound management.
• Educating patients and their families regarding trauma care and recovery processes.
• Facilitating the transfer of patients to specialized care units or facilities when necessary.
• Monitoring patient comfort and implementing pain management strategies.
• Adhering to stringent infection control protocols within the trauma care environment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Accredited Physician Assistant program

NCCPA certification

Job description

Divine HealthCare in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking an Emergency Physician Assistant with at least two years in emergency medicine or trauma to join our onsite surgical center. This full-time role offers life-saving care in a dynamic, onsite environment.

The position features a Monday–Friday schedule with a ~40-hour workweek and collaboration with trauma surgeons, nurses, and specialists. Compensation ranges USD 140,000–180,000 annually plus comprehensive benefits.