Physician Assistant - Inpatient Services
@ University HealthPhysician Assistant - Inpatient Services
About the job
University Health offers a 12-month Critical Care APP Fellowship for licensed, certified PAs and NPs to develop skills in ICU management, rotations include trauma, neuro, transplant, and surgical care.
Requirements
- Graduated or pending graduate from an accredited program
- Current board certification in specialty
- Texas Nurse Practitioner or PA license
- Active BLS/ACLS certification
Qualifications
- Registered nurse practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Strong assessment and diagnosis skills
- Interest in critical care medicine
- Ability to complete credentialing process
Full job description
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
In collaboration and consultation with physicians and other health care professionals, the physician assistant provides evidence-based, quality, compassionate and holistic care to inpatients and their families
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Successful Completion of an educational program for physician assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that committee’s predecessor or successor entities is required. One year of training in the appropriate specialty is preferred.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is recommended. Must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.