Trauma Surgical PA – Acute Care Champion (Onsite)

Union Family Medical Hospital; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave

Sign-on bonus for eligible candidates

Job summary

Union Family Medical Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas is seeking a Surgical Physician Assistant to join our fast-paced Surgical Center team. The role emphasizes trauma care, rapid assessment, and collaboration with attending surgeons to improve patient outcomes.

You will work onsite in a state-of-the-art facility, handling acute injuries and emergencies, and supporting invasive procedures under supervision. The position requires trauma experience and PA licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• State licensure as a Physician Assistant is essential.
• Certification by NCCPA is required.
• Proven two years’ emergency medicine or trauma care experience.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to trauma alerts and conduct initial assessments.
• Stabilize patients in critical condition and provide immediate care.
• Assist in resuscitation efforts and trauma-related procedures as directed.
• Coordinate with the trauma team to implement comprehensive care plans.
• Perform physical examinations and interpret diagnostic results to guide treatment.
• Educate patients and families about trauma care processes and recovery plans.

Skills

NCCPA Certification

Emergency/Trauma Experience

State Licensure as PA

Bachelor's Degree in Health-related

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field

Physician Assistant program completion

State licensure as a Physician Assistant

Job description

Union Family Medical Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas is seeking a Surgical Physician Assistant to join our fast-paced Surgical Center team. The role emphasizes trauma care, rapid assessment, and collaboration with attending surgeons to improve patient outcomes.

You will work onsite in a state-of-the-art facility, handling acute injuries and emergencies, and supporting invasive procedures under supervision. The position requires trauma experience and PA licensure.