PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Universal Health Services; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Career Development

Flexible Scheduling

Health Insurance

401K with company match

PTO

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Texoma Medical Center in Denison, TX is seeking a Physician Assistant to join a dedicated care team. You will provide direct patient care, perform histories and exams, and order tests under supervision.

The role offers full-time hours, competitive benefits, and opportunities for overtime across multiple shifts. The ideal candidate holds a Texas PA license with NCCPA certification; BLS/ACLS are required, and a BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current Texas PA license with PA-C certification (NCCPA).
• DEA registration if prescribing controlled substances is required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications; experience in acute care settings is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide patient education.
• Flexibility to work overtime and cover shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with Texas laws and hospital policies.
• Perform histories, examinations, orders for diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Develop and manage treatment plans, including prescribing medications as appropriate.
• Coordinate patient care with physicians, nurses and other team members.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in education and quality initiatives.

Education

Master's degree from accredited Physician Assistant program

Current Texas PA license

BSN preferred

Tools

PA-C certification through NCCPA

DEA registration

BLS certification

ACLS certification

EHR proficiency

HIPAA knowledge

Job description

Responsibilities

This opportunity is full-time, offers full benefits and a flexible schedule. There is opportunity for overtime and to cover various shifts if interested!

Texoma Medical Center, a 414-bed acute care facility has been providing quality health care to the residents of North Texas and Southern Oklahoma since 1965. Our main campus is located in Denison, Texas, approximately one hour north of the Dallas/Fort Worth area and just south of the Texas/Oklahoma border. In addition, we have numerous facilities in locations throughout the Texoma region. Since 1965, TMC has forged a special relationship with the people of North Texas and Southern Oklahoma. Texoma residents have come to depend on TMC to meet a spectrum of physical, mental and spiritual needs. TMC has responded with unique services to provide the kind of sophisticated, experienced care that was once available only in major metropolitan areas. We offer major specialty services including open heart surgery and neurosurgery. Advanced resources such as certified trauma care support TMC's role as a regional specialty center.

Benefits available for our Registered Nurse (RN) include:

• Tuition Assistance
• Career Development opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug plan
• 401K with company match and discounted stock plan
• Pet Insurance
• SoFI Student Loan Refinancing Program
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services:

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

Responsible for managing health problems and coordinating age appropriate health care to the patient. Part of the innovative care team that will meet the individual needs of the patients and their family. Functions independently and under a collaborative agreement with the supervising physician and receives administrative supervision from a clinical departmental director. Practices in accordance with hospital rules and regulations and the applicable professional standards of care providing evidence-based, age appropriate care. Included in their scope of practice is performing histories, examinations, ordering appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic tests and procedures along with prescribing pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Manages chronic patient conditions and is instrumental in providing patient/family education. Active as a respected member of the healthcare team designed to meet the individual needs of the patient and their family. Takes key responsibility as a patient advocate and ensuring referral of the patient when necessary. Provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable Texas laws and regulations governing Physician Assistants and Texoma Medical Center's clinical policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Physician Assistant (PA) Job Requirements:

Current RN licensure in the State of Texas, or compact required, BSN preferred.

• Master's degree from accredited Physicians Assistant program.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a licensed Physician Assistant in a clinical and/or hospital setting preferred. Three (3) years of experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred.
• Current Texas Physician Assistant license in good standing; current PA-C certification through the NCCPA, required for initial Texas licensure and preferred for continued practice.
• Current DEA registration if prescribing controlled substances is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and ACLS certification required. Healthcare Provider courses will be provided during new hire orientation or upon transfer and must be completed prior to working in a clinical setting.
• Two years experience in acute care specialty nursing.
• Comprehensive patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning; ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests; performing specialty-appropriate procedures.
• Prescribing and managing medication.
• Providing patient, family, and team communication.
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation; managing time and priorities in a fast-paced clinical setting; demonstrating critical thinking and clinical judgment; educating patients; responding appropriately in emergencies; and applying knowledge of medical standards, disease prevention, pharmacology, infection control, patient safety, healthcare regulations, EHR systems, and HIPAA requirements.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams; build rapport with diverse patient populations; manage multiple priorities with attention to detail; maintain confidentiality and professional judgment; adapt to changing clinical situations; work independently within scope while coordinating with supervising physicians; and perform the physical demands of patient care, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.