The Physician Assistant (PA) will provide primary medical care to patients within a multidisciplinary health center, working under the supervision of a physician. The role involves direct patient care, clinical oversight, and participation in quality improvement activities, with a focus on delivering age-appropriate pediatric and general medical services.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical services delegated by a supervising physician, including examinations, diagnoses, treatments, and prescriptions.
• Maintains clinical competency, including age-specific pediatric care, and reviews lab and x-ray reports for patient management.
• Provides scheduled outpatient visits, including extended hours clinics, with a minimum of 3,200 encounters annually and at least 40 hours per week in the clinic.
• Refers patients to specialty care, labs, and ancillary services, ensuring timely review of reports and appropriate medical management.
• Documents patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner, maintaining comprehensive health records.
• Participates in health promotion, education, and prevention programs, and educates patients and caregivers on care plans.
• Provides basic life support in emergency situations and participates in clinic and departmental meetings.
• Provides clinical oversight, supervises support staff and students, and contributes to quality improvement and policy development.

Compensation

• Salary-based compensation (W-2 tax status).

Benefits

• No health insurance coverage offered.
• No employer retirement contribution.

Shift & Schedule

• Variable schedule days, including potential extended hours.

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Current unrestricted license from the Texas Physician Assistant Board.
• Current DEA, DPS, and other necessary certifications to practice in Texas.
• Minimum of one year of direct patient care experience.
• Annual continuing medical education as required by the Texas Physician Assistant Board.
• Current CPR for Healthcare Professionals certification.
• Knowledge of health promotion, prevention principles, and medical terminology.
• Ability to document clinical information clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work with office equipment and communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Physical ability to lift over 50 pounds, handle extensive standing and walking, and work under stressful conditions.