Pain Management PA - Onsite in Austin & Growth

Great Lakes Behavioral Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-contributed retirement plan

Generous paid time off and holidays

Continuing education support

Collaborative team environment

Career advancement opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Great Lakes Behavioral Health in Austin, TX is seeking a Pain Management Physician Assistant for a full-time, onsite role in a hospital setting. You will assess complex chronic pain patients, plan multimodal treatments, educate patients, and assist with interventional procedures.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in PA studies, Texas PA licensure, and preferably Pain Management certification, with strong patient communication.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited institution.
• Current Texas PA license.
• Pain management certification desirable.
• Strong patient assessment and communication skills.
• Commitment to compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Patient Assessment: Evaluate chronic pain patients with history, exam, and pain severity assessments.
• Treatment Planning: Collaborate to create multimodal pain management plans including medications, PT, and procedures.
• Patient Education: Educate patients on condition, options, and pain management techniques.
• Procedural Assistance: Support pain management procedures ensuring comfort and safety.
• Follow-up Care: Monitor progress and adjust plans accordingly.

Skills

Pain management

Patient assessment

Communication

Interpersonal relations

Education

Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Texas PA license

Pain management certification desirable

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Great Lakes Behavioral Health in Austin, TX is seeking a Pain Management Physician Assistant for a full-time, onsite role in a hospital setting. You will assess complex chronic pain patients, plan multimodal treatments, educate patients, and assist with interventional procedures.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in PA studies, Texas PA licensure, and preferably Pain Management certification, with strong patient communication.