Physician Assistant Specialty

Jobtome; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome in Texas is seeking a licensed Physician Assistant to deliver primary health care under the supervision of specialty physicians. You will perform selective medical services, take histories, conduct exams, and support diagnostic processes.

This role requires completion of an accredited PA program and at least one year of specialty training, plus Texas PA licensure and current BLS. You will follow physician-approved protocols and provide follow-up care and health maintenance for patients.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an educational program for Physician Assistants or Surgeon Assistants accredited by the CAAHEP or predecessor/successor entities.
• Requires one year of training in the appropriate specialty.

Responsibilities

• Provides primary health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of specialty physicians.
• Completes medical histories, conducts physicals, establishes diagnoses through tests, and formulates treatment plans.
• Provides follow-up and health maintenance care of patients in accordance with physician-approved protocols.

Education

Accredited Physician Assistant program (CAAHEP or successor)

1 year of training in the appropriate specialty

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.