Urgent Care Physician Assistant

Your future role at a glance

Location: Westlake, Texas

Primary Facility Name : Ascension Seton Westlake Urgent Care

Schedule: Full-Time | Day, Evening, and some weekend shifts

Incentives:

Base Hourly Rate: $60 - $70 per hour

Productivity/Quality based incentives

Annual CME allowance of $2,500 with CME hours provided

Malpractice coverage, including tail coverage

Competitive total compensation package and benefits

How you'll make an impact in this role

• 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 minimum requirements you'll 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.

Additional Preferences:

• 2 years of experience as a Physician Assistant in Urgent Care or Primary Care setting

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ 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.

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.

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