What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant Surgical position at UT Health Science Center?
Physician Assistant Surgical - Katy Orthopedics
At UTHealth Houston, we are a resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. As a Physician Assistant Surgical, you will provide advanced medical care to patients in a surgical setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducts complex patient care procedures under the direction of a surgeon.
- Assesses patient complaints and provides appropriate treatment.
- Performs minor surgical procedures as delegated by the supervising physician.
- Manages pre-operative and post-operative patients in coordination with the faculty supervising physician.
Certification/Skills:
- Current Texas Licensure as a Physician Assistant.
- Current Physician Assistant certification issued by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certified or specialty required by department.
Education/Experience:
- Master's degree as Physician Assistant.
- Previous experience in a surgical specialty is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.