Vascular Surgery Physician Assistant / Associate Job at Ascension in Waco, TX

Ascension; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance

5 CME days

Malpractice tail coverage

Job summary

Ascension Providence Vascular Surgery Clinic in Waco, Texas is hiring a Physician Assistant to join an established team delivering outpatient care, inpatient rounding, and OR/first assist responsibilities. The role offers a $3,000 CME allowance plus five dedicated CME days, with malpractice tail coverage.

A Master’s degree in PA studies is preferred, along with BLS, NCCPA, and Texas PA licensure prior to hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.
• BLS Provider credential required within 30 days of hire.
• NCCPA credentialed prior to hire date.
• Licensed Physician Assistant by Texas Medical Board prior to hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality outpatient/inpatient vascular care in collaboration with a two-physician one-NP team.
• Participate in OR/first assist and robotic-assisted procedures when applicable.
• Deliver patient-centered care while contributing to quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Patient safety

Education

Master's degree (PA program)

BLS Provider

NCCPA credentialed

Texas Medical Board licensed

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Waco, Texas

Facility Name: AMG Providence Vascular Surgery Clinic
Schedule: Full-Time
$3000 CME allowance + 5 dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail

This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Join an established team of 2 physicians and 1 NP
• Call structure: approx 10 days/month
• Practice setting: outpatient clinic | inpatient rounding | OR / first assist
• Access to the da Vinci Surgical System for robotic-assisted surgical procedures
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Deliver exceptional clinical care by utilizing advanced diagnostic and treatment skills to provide personalized, high-quality medical interventions for every patient.
• Elevate care standards and cost-effectiveness by actively collaborating on quality improvement initiatives that directly enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• About the the Facility
• 237 bed hospital
• 30 bed ICU
• Serving a population of approximately 148,000
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
• Why Physicians Choose Ascension
• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certified Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Licensed Physician Assistant credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.