Physician Assistant Specialty

University Health; Hondo (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in Texas seeks a qualified Physician Assistant to provide primary health care and select medical services under the direction of specialty physicians. The PA will document medical histories, perform physical exams, establish diagnoses, and develop treatment plans in coordination with the medical team.

Responsibilities include follow-up and health maintenance care per physician-approved protocols, with emphasis on quality patient care and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of an accredited physician assistant or surgeon assistant program.
• One year of training in the appropriate specialty is required.
• Active Texas PA licensure and current BLS/CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care and selective medical services under the direction of specialty physicians.
• Complete medical histories, conduct physicals, establish diagnoses through tests, and formulate treatment plans.
• Provide follow-up and health maintenance care per approved physician protocols.

Education

PA/Surgeon Assistant education (accredited program)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides primary health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of specialty physicians. Responsible for diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients by completing medical histories, conducting physicals, establishing diagnosis through tests, and formulating treatment plans. Provides follow-up and health maintenance care of patients in accordance with protocols approved by a physician.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Successful Completion of an educational program for physician assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that committee’s predecessor or successor entities is required. One year of training in the appropriate specialty is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is recommended. Must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.