Physician Assistant (PA) Trauma Surgery

Job overview

The Physician Assistant (PA) Trauma Surgery role is an onsite position based in Edinburg, TX. Compensation is not specified in the current posting, which supports the South Texas Health System trauma department. This role exists to provide comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care for trauma patients. The Physician Assistant will perform tertiary examinations, assist with minor surgical procedures, and coordinate closely with trauma surgeons to ensure high-quality episodic care and emergency response.

What you'll do

• Manage pre-operative and post-operative patients
• perform tertiary trauma examinations
• assist with minor surgical procedures
• order and interpret laboratory tests
• respond to emergency trauma alerts
• participate in performance improvement projects.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

contract

physician assistant

trauma surgery

edinburg tx

south texas health system

onsite

day shift

emergency care

surgical support

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package available.

Why this role

Part of a comprehensive network including six hospitals and multiple freestanding emergency rooms.

About the employer

Universal Health Services, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Freestanding Ambulatory Surgical and Emergency Centers. Sector: 62.