Physician Assistant

United Medical Centers, Inc.; Eagle Pass (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Texas is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant to deliver high-quality outpatient medical care to patients. The ideal candidate will possess a degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program, hold a current Texas license, and have at least one year of experience in Family Medicine. Responsibilities include patient care, ensuring compliance with regulations, and understanding patient developmental needs. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated medical team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician’s Assistant Program required.
• Current unrestricted license issued by Texas State Board of Medical Examiners.
• At least 1 year experience in Family Medicine preferred.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality outpatient primary medical care.
• Demonstrate knowledge of patient growth and development.
• Ensure compliance with medical center regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of health promotion

Patient assessment skills

Education

Accredited Physician’s Assistant Program

CPR Certification

NCCPA Certification

CPR certification

Job description

Under the direction and responsible supervision of the assigned licensed physician (s)is responsible for providing high quality, comprehensive out-patient primary medical care services to United Medical Centers Family Medicine patients under his/her medical responsibility as per the rules and regulations established by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners( Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners), protocols of the Medical Practice Act of Texas, Medical Bylaws, and clinical guidelines approved by United Medical Centers. Responsible for demonstrating the knowledge of the principles of growth and development over a life span. Must be able to identify and categorize each patient's age-specific group of needs, such as those for neonate, infant, pediatric adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Responsible for compliance with other requirements affecting the Medical Center, such as State/Federal regulations TJC, DSHS, HRSA and PCMH Compliance standards. (United Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.)

Requirements

Education

1. Graduate of an accredited/approved Physician’s Assistant Program.
2. Certification by the National commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) preferred.
3. Current Unrestricted license issue by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners (Texas State Board of Physician assistant Examiners)
4. CPR certification required

Experience/Training

1. At least one (1) year experience in Family Medicine in an ambulatory care environment preferred, including past experience with hospital privileges and in-patient care.
2. Knowledge of basic principles of health promotion, prevention and motivation.