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Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

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A Cardiologist diagnoses, treats, manages, and prevents diseases or conditions of the cardiovascular system. May further subspecialize in interventional procedures (e.g., balloon angioplasty and stent placement), echocardiography, or electrophysiology.

$299,479 / year median in Texas

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview At US Acute Care Solutions, Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners have the opportunity to practice quality care with a group that invests in your growth. As the nation's premier physician-owned acute care group, we provide comprehensive APP leadership support at local, regional, and national levels, enabling you to concentrate on what truly matters: quality patient care.
About Peterson Regional Medical Center ED Volume:
34,000
Trauma Designation:
Level IV ED Beds:
20
ED Admission Rate:
21%
ED Transfer Rate:
4%
Staffing Model:
10-hour shifts 3 Physician shifts per day (total 30 hours) 3 APP shifts per day (total 30 hours) Shifts will flex 1-2 hours up or down based on volumes
EMR:
Meditech Stroke certified; however, still transfer patients who require lytics and/or arterial thrombectomy "Top 20" Rural Community Hospitals in the nation-the only hospital in Texas on the list Hospitalists admit 85% of patients from the Emergency Department Stroke patients who receive fibrinolytic or who meet criteria for arterial thrombectomy are transferred to San Antonio after consultation with a Tele-Neurologist Specialty backup includes 24/7 cardiology (including cath lab and most cardiologists do PE thrombectomies), general surgery, ortho, and OB/GYN Interventional radiology available during the week Vascular surgery coverage averaging 20-25 days per month Urology coverage 50% of the time Primary Stroke Center certification expected by end of 2025
Benefits Financial Benefits:
Industry-leading 10% company funded 401(k) Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and Rx coverage Short- and long-term disability (own occupation) Annual CME/BEA (Business Expense Account) Medical Malpractice with tail and litigation support Pioneering Paid Military Leave Groundbreaking 100%
Paid Parental Leave Intangible Benefits:
Location flexibility and career stability of a national group National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) of internally elected clinicians Clinical Management Tools (CMTs) 24/7/365 live physician support USACS Orientation and Assemblies Professional Development Programs including: Scholars (Leadership Training), Efficiency Academy, and Engagement & Experience Academy The Area Medical professionals in Kerrville enjoy a lifestyle that blends all the best aspects of rural, suburban, and urban life. With excellent housing, real estate costs, and state- and nationally-distinguished schools, Kerrville is the perfect hometown for families. Outdoor recreational activities such as flying, hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, triathlons, and photography abound in this beautiful area of the Texas Hill Country. Since both San Antonio and Austin are within a one- to two-hour drive, Kerrville is a perfect choice for physicians who want to practice in a smaller community with metropolitan amenities nearby. Facility & Address Peterson Regional Medical Center Kerrville, TX 78028
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Benefits

  • 401(k) Plans
  • Professional Development
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance