Physician Assistant - OB/GYN WHCG (In-patient), Labor and Delivery Angleton Danbury Campus

UTMB Health Physician Assistant Opportunity

The UTMB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join the Women's Health Care Group at the Angleton Danbury Campus. This role is focused on inpatient care in the Labor and Delivery Unit, supporting a highly skilled and collaborative team dedicated to the health and well-being of women and newborns.

The selected candidate will work closely with attending physicians, residents, nursing staff, and allied health professionals to provide high-quality, patient-centered care for laboring patients and those requiring obstetric or gynecologic hospitalization. This opportunity offers hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where teamwork, clinical expertise, and compassionate care are at the forefront.

Living South of Houston in Angleton / Lake Jackson, Texas:

Angleton and Lake Jackson are charming small communities located south of Houston, offering a welcoming atmosphere and a balanced lifestyle. Angleton, with a population of around 19,000, benefits from a thriving petrochemical industry and a growing port nearby, creating economic opportunities for local businesses and residents. The community emphasizes responsible growth while preserving its small-town feel, making it a great place to work, play, and raise a family.

Angleton boasts A-rated schools and a New Career & Technology Center that prepares students for college and careers. Its location offers easy access to Houston (about 45 minutes), the Gulf Coast beaches (20 minutes), and Galveston Island (about an hour), blending small-town charm with big-city convenience.

Lake Jackson, just 13 minutes from Angleton, is known for its diverse neighborhoods and outdoor lifestyle. From rustic cabins to modern homes, residents enjoy lake activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing. The community offers peaceful natural spaces perfect for canoeing or kayaking, making it an inviting place for families and professionals alike.

Both communities provide affordable living, strong schools, and access to healthcare facilities, making Angleton and Lake Jackson attractive locations for healthcare professionals seeking quality of life near the Gulf Coast.

Position Overview

This full-time inpatient Physician Assistant position in Labor and Delivery offers the opportunity to provide direct patient care and clinical support within UTMB's Women's Health Care Group. The successful candidate will:

• Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations for obstetric and gynecologic inpatients.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting to Ob Tirage, in collaboration with the obstetrician as needed.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat inpatients and emergency room patients requiring Ob/Gyn referrals, in collaboration with the ob/gyn physician as needed.
• Complete inpatient rounds on obstetric and gynecologic patients as needed.
• Assist in providing care for laboring patients, including monitoring maternal and fetal status.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests to support timely and accurate clinical decision-making.
• Initiate therapeutic regimens within scope of practice, monitor patient responses, and adjust plans of care as needed.
• Collaborate with attending physicians, residents, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
• Provide counseling, patient education, and anticipatory guidance to patients and families.
• Document all patient encounters promptly and accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Support seamless transitions of care within the inpatient unit and to outpatient follow-up.

This position offers a unique opportunity to join a collaborative, patient-focused inpatient team while advancing your clinical skills in obstetrics and gynecology.

Qualifications

Required:

• Completion of an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program.
• Certification by the NCCPA.
• Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas Physician Assistant Board/Texas Medical Board.

Additional Requirements:

• Current (or eligibility for) Texas licensure.
• Current (or eligibility for) DEA registration.

• New graduates who are completing training or awaiting certification/licensure may apply, with employment contingent upon meeting all requirements.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women's Health, or inpatient gynecologic or Labor & Delivery care.

Income Package

Salary will be commensurate with experience and includes eligibility for performance-based incentives. UTMB offers a superior benefits package, excellent retirement program, relocation allowance, and other potential incentives.

About UTMB Health

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) is a nationally recognized academic health center with a proud history of advancing education, research, and patient care. Established in 1891 as the first medical school in Texas, UTMB has grown into a $3.6 billion health science center that includes five hospitals, a robust network of outpatient clinics, and four schools Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, and Graduate Biomedical Sciences.

UTMB is home to more than 10 research centers, three institutes, and the Galveston National Laboratory one of only two university-based BSL-4 labs in the nation. Ranked 54th nationally in NIH funding (the department of Ob/Gyn is ranked 17th), the institution has increased research funding by 20% over the past five years. Recognized as a Vizient five-star hospital, UTMB offers healthcare professionals the opportunity to contribute to an innovative, mission-driven environment with a lasting impact on the health of Texas and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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