Liver Transplant PA — OR & Inpatient Care

Gracious Health Medical Hospital; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Continuing education

Job summary

Gracious Health Medical Hospital in Irving, TX seeks a dedicated Physician Assistant to join the Liver Transplant department in a full-time capacity. You will work in inpatient and outpatient settings, assist in the operating room, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive transplant patient care.

The ideal candidate will have transplant or surgical experience, be licensed as a Texas PA, hold a current BLS certification, and possess DEA registration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college.
• PA program accreditation from ARC-PA or equivalent.
• Active Texas Physician Assistant license.
• Current BLS certification.
• DEA registration to prescribe medications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations for liver transplant patients and form treatment plans.
• Gather histories and perform exams for new and returning patients.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies to guide decisions.
• Manage medications per hospital policy and state regulations, including controlled substances.
• Coordinate testing (blood work, imaging) and interpret results.
• Assist in liver transplant surgeries as first or second assistant.
• Facilitate patient admissions and discharges with proper documentation.
• Educate patients and provide counseling on conditions and plans.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to elevate care.
• Recognize emergencies and initiate appropriate protocols.

Skills

Clinical experience

Inpatient care

Surgical/transplant experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Physician Assistant program accreditation

Texas PA license

BLS certification

DEA registration

Job description

Gracious Health Medical Hospital in Irving, TX seeks a dedicated Physician Assistant to join the Liver Transplant department in a full-time capacity. You will work in inpatient and outpatient settings, assist in the operating room, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive transplant patient care.

The ideal candidate will have transplant or surgical experience, be licensed as a Texas PA, hold a current BLS certification, and possess DEA registration.