Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Urology

University Health; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in Texas seeks a Physician Assistant to provide primary health care under the supervision of specialty physicians. You will perform histories, physicals, and diagnostic workups, then develop treatment plans and coordinate follow-up care per established protocols.

The ideal candidate will have completed an accredited PA/SA program, possess Texas licensure, and maintain current BLS or higher. One year of specialty training is required to join our team.

Qualifications

• Accredited PA/SA program completion is required.
• One year of training in the appropriate specialty is required.
• Texas PA licensure and current BLS or higher are required per bylaws.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care and selective medical services under the direction of specialty physicians.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic management including medical histories, physicals, and diagnostic testing to formulate treatment plans.
• Provide follow-up and health maintenance in accordance with physician-approved protocols.

Education

Accredited PA/SA program (CAAHEP)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides primary health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of specialty physicians. Responsible for diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients by completing medical histories, conducting physicals, establishing diagnosis through tests, and formulating treatment plans. Provides follow-up and health maintenance care of patients in accordance with protocols approved by a physician.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Successful Completion of an educational program for physician assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that committee's predecessor or successor entities is required. One year of training in the appropriate specialty is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is recommended. Must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.