Physician Assistant - SSLC

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Functional Title: Physician Assistant - SSLC
Job Title: Physician Assistant
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Physician Svs
Posting Number: 22052
Closing Date: 12/31/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
Salary Range: $11,800.00- $14,356.00
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-29
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: Days (First)
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location: Rio Grande State Supported Living Center
Job Location City: HARLINGEN
Job Location Address: 1401 S RANGERVILLE RD
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: 230X,42GX,65D,92P0,PHA10

Brief Job Description:

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.

The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers

If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

The Physician Assistant is responsible for the health care for a group of persons living at the State Supported Living Center. The Physician Assistant will conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, write summaries, and counsel individuals. Prescribe medication on a case-by-case basis. Responsibilities include the provision of preventive care, ordering laboratory tests, analyzing the results and referral to specialists as required. The Physician Assistant will complete documentation related to health care and communicate with interdisciplinary team members including the individual and his/her family. Provides treatment to HHS employees injured in course and scope of employment. Works under the supervision of the Medical Director and/or other supervising physicians. The Physician Assistant works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.

Provides medical services, diagnosis and treatment to assigned caseload following accepted medical practice under the supervision of a physician. Services include provision of daily assessments to individuals, completion of physicals, medical examinations, including diagnosis, treatment and a plan of care with documentation of the acute issue, assessing injuries, performing therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, ordering laboratory tests, analyzing test results and/or referrals to hospital or specialist as required.

Provides comprehensive medical diagnosis, care and treatment, to include conducting rounds, review of infirmary and hospitalized patient and on-call cases for status of condition under treatment.

Provides medical diagnosis and review of the treatment plan for the Individual Service Plan, to include a review of identified medical risks of the individual, as well as their health status, and ensures necessary supports (OT/PT/Nursing/etc.) have been identified and appropriate areas of need are being addressed. May prescribe medications as necessary.

Develops accurate and timely documentation, which includes dictation of annual summaries and pre- and post-procedural histories and physicals, documentation of specialty medical consultation, physical and chemical restraints, and all acute and chronic patient care.

Provides treatment to HHS employees injured in course and scope of employment.

Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of methods and procedures in the field of general medicine and of the principle of the development, implementation and documentation of individualized care and treatment plans. Knowledge of medical jurisprudence.

Knowledge of or ability to learn ICF/IID standards, certification requirements for the Council on Quality and Leadership, and HHSC policies and procedures.

Skill in the care and treatment of patients and in the use of medical diagnostic and treatment tools and equipment.

Ability to examine, diagnose and treat physical or mental disorders, to interpret laboratory analyses and x-rays; and to prepare and supervise preparation of case histories and medical records.

Ability to evaluate patients and implement an effective course of treatment in coordination with other interdisciplinary personnel.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Ability to maintain required Medical Education hours.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas. Must practice under the supervision of one or more supervising physicians, and if prescribing drugs, must have a prescriptive delegation agreement with their supervising physician(s). Must have current registration certificates from the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). Must possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI#) as defined by Medicare Part B and enroll as a Medicaid and Medicare Part B provider.

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program with a degree as a Physician Assistant.

Experience in working with a treatment team.

Experience with polypharmacy

Additional Information:

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).

Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans :

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on aiapply.co. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.