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Texas Health Resources

Physician Assistant - Spine and Orthopedic Full Time Days

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What they do

An Orthopedics Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in concert with an orthopedist, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations.

$110,261 / year median in Texas

+23% projected growth

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Job Description

Physician Assistant
  • Spine and Orthopedic Full Time Days Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: Texas Health Rockwall
  • 3150 Horizon Rd, Rockwall, TX 75032 Work hours: Full Time, 40 hours weekly, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Training:
Must be able to attend orientation and training at the corporate office in Arlington 8am-5pm during the first 1-5 days of hire Here's What You Need Graduate of an AMA accredited physician assistant program required 3 years of Physician Assistant experience preferred and 1 year of experience in Spine and Orthopedic services strongly preferred PA
  • Physician Assistant current State of Texas PA license required upon hire and ACLS
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support required within 90 days of hire and BCLS
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care required and maintained quarterly and Must be credentialed by Medical Staff Services required upon hire and NCCPA preferred Knowledge of computer documentation; good keyboard skills; working knowledge of the care and management of the patient in the setting What You Will Do Performs H&Ps and writes delegated physician orders including medications, addresses elements of core measures, plans for procedures and discharge.
Actively participates with the multidisciplinary team to facilitate communication and planning; rounds on patients; communicates effectively with delegating physicians, physician consultants and other members of the care team. Documents actions, assessments, progress notes and plans in the EHR utilizing approved protocols, order sets and navigators as appropriate; addresses medication reconciliation. Contributes to positive patient experience through effective patient communication and focus on coordination and communication with the multidisciplinary care team; works with varied Patient Experience Teams providing feedback and ideas. Meets/performs regulatory requirements, NPSGs, clinical and other KPls, safety standards; analyzes performance; demonstrates fiscally sound decisions. Performs clinical procedures authorized by the physician within scope of training and medical staff bylaws, rules and regulations. Additional perks of being a Texas Health employee Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment program as well as several other benefits. Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice. Strong Unit Based Council (UBC). A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth. Entity Highlights Texas Health Hospital Rockwall has proudly served the growing communities of Rockwall, Kaufman, Hunt, and surrounding counties for over 15 years. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional care close to home, delivering compassionate and high-quality healthcare for neighbors, friends, and families. Our 105-bed acute-care hospital provides comprehensive medical and surgical services, including a Level 2 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, updated labor and delivery suites, cardiac catheterization lab, interventional radiology suite, expanded surgery suites, and enhanced emergency and intensive care areas. Our campus also houses a Women's Imaging and Breast Center, bariatric clinic, ambulatory surgery center, and various physician practices to meet diverse community health needs. Texas Health Rockwall has earned a prestigious CMS Five-Star Rating, reflecting our commitment to patient safety, satisfaction, and exceptional clinical outcomes. We are also proud to hold the ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designation, recognizing our dedication to creating a supportive and empowering workplace for our staff. If you're ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let's show the world how we're even better together! Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards. Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org #LI-KC1

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance