PA, Physician Assistant - Urgent Care

CHRISTUS Health; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Malpractice coverage

PTO

CME allowance

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in San Marcos, TX seeks an experienced Physician Assistant to join our Urgent Care team. The role focuses on high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced outpatient setting, treating acute illnesses and minor injuries.

The ideal candidate has urgent care experience, Texas PA license, NCCPA certification, and strong clinical decision-making. You will perform exams, order tests, prescribe medications, and document in the EMR, collaborating with physicians and staff.

Qualifications

• Current Texas license as a Physician Assistant.
• National NCCPA certification.
• Urgent care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses and minor injuries
• Perform patient assessments, physical exams, and medical procedures as appropriate
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostic studies
• Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans
• Perform common urgent care procedures including wound care, splinting, incision and drainage, and other minor procedures
• Provide patient education and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinic staff to ensure high-quality patient care

Skills

Urgent care experience

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Texas PA license

NCCPA certification

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our Urgent Care team in San Marcos, TX. This position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced outpatient environment, treating a wide range of acute illnesses and minor injuries.

The ideal candidate will have previous urgent care experience and be comfortable evaluating and managing patients of all ages with varying levels of acuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses and minor injuries
• Perform patient assessments, physical exams, and medical procedures as appropriate
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostic studies
• Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans
• Perform common urgent care procedures including wound care, splinting, incision and drainage, and other minor procedures
• Provide patient education and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinic staff to ensure high-quality patient care

Qualifications

• Current Texas license as a Physician Assistant
• National certification (NCCPA)
• Previous urgent care experience required
• Strong clinical decision-making skills and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and patient care skills

Schedule & Compensation

• 3.5 shifts per week
• Rotating weekend coverage
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, malpractice coverage, PTO, CME allowance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match