Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery NP / PA

Ascension Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking a Physician Assistant for Midtown Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Austin, TX. The role includes inpatient rounding, postoperative care, and coordination of complex maxillofacial cases in a nonprofit health system.

You will perform preop evaluations and outpatient management, assist in OR procedures, and collaborate with surgeons and trauma teams to ensure seamless care across hospital facilities.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire or transfer date.
• NCCPA certification before hire date or transfer date.
• Texas Medical Board PA license before hire date or transfer date.
• Texas PA Board licensure before hire date or transfer date.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily hospital rounding and comprehensive postoperative care across inpatient settings.
• Manage outpatient consultations, preoperative evaluations and postoperative follow-up.
• Provide surgical first‑assisting during oral and maxillofacial procedures.
• Coordinate with trauma teams, hospitalists and clinic staff; document in OMS Vision and hospital EHR.

Skills

BLS certification

NCCPA certified

Texas PA license

Texas PA Board licensure

Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Education

Master's degree in PA studies

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, Texas

Facility Name: Midtown Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Schedule: Full-Time | Days

Incentives:

CME allowance + dedicated CME days

Malpractice coverage with tail

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Join an established team of four Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

• Practice setting: Inpatient | outpatient | OR

• Schedule structure: Morning hospital rounding, midday outpatient clinic, and afternoon surgical/hospital responsibilities

• Employed position within a nonprofit health system

• Inpatient Management: Lead daily hospital rounding, comprehensive postoperative care, wound management, discharge planning, and care coordination across multiple hospital facilities.

• Manage outpatient consultations, preoperative evaluations, postoperative follow-up, patient education, oral pathology evaluations, and overall management of patients undergoing complex oral and maxillofacial procedures.

• Provide surgical first-assisting during oral and maxillofacial procedures, perioperative patient management, and close coordination with surgeons throughout the surgical process.

• Deliver evaluation and management of facial trauma patients, manage inpatient consultations, and coordinate closely with emergency departments and other hospital services.

• Coordinate seamless multidisciplinary transitions by collaborating closely with trauma teams, inpatient hospitalists, and clinic staff while maintaining clear, prompt documentation in OMS Vision and hospital EHR systems.

• Additional assistance may be requested for surgical cases extending beyond normal hours or on weekends, with call responsibilities reevaluated as the APP becomes proficient.

About the Facility

• Serving a population of Austin, Texas

• Integrated referral network

• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Providers Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture

• Long-term practice stability

• National network with local autonomy

• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Certified Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Licensed Physician Assistant credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Physician Assistant credentialed from the Texas Physician Assistant Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Preferred Credential(s):

• Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience preferred.

Additional preferences

• Acute Care Certification for all APRN applicants.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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