Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation NP / PA

Ascension • Austin, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Join an established team of physicians and advanced practice providers in an outpatient practice at Ascension Seton Health Center - Lamar in Austin, Texas. This full-time, employed position is within a nonprofit health system and follows a Monday–Friday schedule.

The provider delivers comprehensive spine and musculoskeletal evaluations, establishes accurate diagnoses, and develops personalized conservative treatment plans to restore mobility and independence. The role works closely with orthopedic spine surgeons, physical therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams to support continuity of care and appropriate surgical or rehabilitative triage. The provider also educates patients and their support networks about spine health, lifestyle ergonomics, and non-opioid pain management, and documents clinical encounters and care progression in real time.

The facility serves the Austin population and is part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system with an integrated referral network. Ascension describes its culture as physician-led and collaborative, with local autonomy, long-term practice stability, and mission-centered care rooted in service.

Requirements

• BLS Provider certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer.
• Certified Physician Assistant credential from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), obtained before hire or job transfer.
• Physician Assistant licensure from the Texas Medical Board, obtained before hire or job transfer.
• Physician Assistant credential from the Texas Physician Assistant Board, obtained before hire or job transfer.
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Life Support credential; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Master's degree preferred.
• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive spine and musculoskeletal evaluations to establish accurate diagnoses.
• Develop personalized, conservative treatment plans that restore patient mobility and independence.
• Collaborate with orthopedic spine surgeons, physical therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams to provide continuity of care and appropriate surgical or rehabilitative triage.
• Educate patients and their support networks about spine health, lifestyle ergonomics, and non-opioid pain management strategies to support recovery and prevent re-injury.
• Document clinical encounters and care progression in real time to maintain medical records and support patient safety and team communication.

Benefits

• $3,500 CME allowance and five dedicated CME days.
• Malpractice coverage with tail.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, plus HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Pro-rated paid time off and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, reimbursement, professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance, and transportation savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time