Physician Assistant - Acute Care - Gastroenterology - Katy, TX

UTHealth Houston•Katy, TX

39d•Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is seeking a full-time Acute Care Physician Assistant to join our Gastroenterology team at the Memorial Hermann in Katy. In this advanced practice position, you will provide specialized nursing care in a clinic or hospital setting under the direction of a physician, helping ensure patients receive the expert, compassionate support they need throughout their treatment journey. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care.

Requirements

Proficient in the use of medical and surgical instruments and equipment required by work.
Physician Assistant State Licensure (PA) by Texas Board of Physician Assistants required
Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) required
Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required or
Clinical specialty certification determined by the department required
Master's Degree as Physician Assistant required
Bachelor's Degree as Physician Assistant with at least two years of professional experience in the role is acceptable based on terminal degree requirements at the time of graduation required
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in area of clinical focus preferred

Responsibilities

Conducts complex, standardized patient care procedures which require experience and specialized training which would otherwise be performed by a physician, but which do not constitute the practice of medicine.
Conducts independent and physician supervised rounding on unit.
Performs relevant patient evaluations and assessments and provides appropriate treatment; including monitoring and ordering medications.
Coordinates, directs, and implements the patient's plan of care.
Assists in collecting patient histories, screens for co-morbidities, and provides guidance and preventative health care as needed.
Performs physical examinations and provides episodic care or problem oriented care under the supervision of a physician.
Orders appropriate laboratory, diagnostic and radiographic tests and interprets the results.
Monitors the treatment program of the patient to inform the attending physician of pertinent medical information.
Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition and health promotion or preventive health.
Assists physicians in formulating therapeutic decisions.
Maintains appropriate records, and prepares chart documentation for review and counter signature by the physician.
Prepares and cares for supplies and equipment.
Responds to emergency situations.
Performs within the scope of practice prescribed by licensure and certification.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Retirement/pension plan
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care