STILLWATER MEDICAL BLACKWELL - EM - STAFF PA

TeamHealth • Blackwell, OK

7d • Onsite

About The Position

TeamHealth is seeking a highly experienced and motivated emergency medicine physician assistant (PA-C) to provide high-quality, patient-centered care at emergency departments in Blackwell and Perry, Oklahoma. The position is based in rural emergency hospitals affiliated with Stillwater Medical Center. It involves solo PA coverage with offsite physician supervision available for consultation and support, requiring clinical autonomy and confidence in independent decision-making. The PA will practice at the top of their scope and manage patients across all acuity levels in busy ED settings.

The position includes rotating 12- or 24-hour shifts covering days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Benefits include competitive compensation, professional liability insurance with tail coverage, health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, a 401(k) retirement plan, APC-focused procedure and skills labs, clinician wellness resources, career leadership and growth opportunities, and professional development, educational resources, and CME through TeamHealth Institute.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program.
• Current NCCPA certification (PA-C).
• Active Oklahoma PA license or ability to obtain one before the start date.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• At least 4 years of emergency medicine experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a solo-coverage environment.
• Strong clinical decision-making skills and comfort managing high-acuity patients.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical screening exams, histories, and physical assessments for patients of all ages.
• Independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and emergent conditions across all levels of acuity.
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests, including labs, imaging, and EKGs.
• Perform procedures within scope of practice, such as suturing, splinting, incision and drainage, and credentialed airway management.
• Initiate treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide patient education and discharge instructions.
• Stabilize and manage critically ill patients, including coordinating transfers when necessary.
• Collaborate with offsite supervising physicians as needed for complex cases.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and comply with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Assist with patient flow and triage prioritization as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
• Health insurance for eligible employees
• Dental insurance for eligible employees
• Vision insurance for eligible employees
• 401(k) retirement plan
• APC-focused procedure and skills labs
• Clinician wellness program
• Leadership and career growth opportunities
• Professional development tools, educational resources, and CME through TeamHealth Institute

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level