Urgent Care Physician Assistant

We Are Hiring Location: Westlake, Texas Primary Facility Name : Ascension Seton Westlake Urgent Care Schedule: Full-Time | Day, Evening, and some weekend shifts Incentives: $2,500 CME allowance + dedicated CME days Malpractice coverage with tail Competitive total compensation package and benefits What You Will Do Ascension Seton is looking for a PhysicianAssistant to join our Urgent Care team. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to provide medical care to patients in the Austin area. Join an established team of physicians and APPs. Practice setting: Outpatient. 4 weekend shifts per month requirement. APP coverage will include multi-site care. Employed position within a nonprofit health system. Deliver direct care to treat common illnesses and injuries, as well as performing procedures and diagnostics. Will conduct patient histories, physical assessments, and interventions to support and deliver compassionate patient care. Formulate treatment plans by ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic procedures, ensuring timely intervention and continuity of care within a supportive, physician-collaborative practice model. Empower patients and families by providing clear counseling on wellness, treatment pathways, and community resources to improve long-term wellness and self-care. Support and coordinate care when higher levels of care are necessary, as well as ensuring timely follow-up with primary care physicians, pediatricians, and specialists. In addition, outpatient imaging, physical therapy, and RX services are available to patients. Practice with full clinical autonomy, enabling you to operate at the full scope of your license. About the Facility Serving children aged 6 months and up, as well as adults. Integrated quality clinical practice network and services. Owned and operated by Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system. Commute-friendly and centrally located for easy accessibility. Located in Westlake, offering a blend of convenience and prestige. Easy access to Austin’s world-class music, culinary, and outdoor recreational scenes. Ideally balanced for both professional and personal life, with proximity to top-rated school districts and outdoor trails. Why Providers Choose Ascension Physician-led, collaborative culture. Long-term practice stability. National network with local autonomy. Mission-centered care rooted in service. Room to establish and grow your own practice: We provide the support and infrastructure for dedicated providers to build lasting patient relationships. What You Will Need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Licensed Physician Assistant credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Certified Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Education: Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred. Work Experience: 1 year of experience preferred. Additional Preferences 2 years of experience as a PhysicianAssistant in Urgent Care or Primary Care setting Visa Eligibility None Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Why Join Our Team? Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ascension