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Qualifications

  • BLS Certification (Required)
  • NRP Certification (Required)
  • PALS Certification (Required)

Full Job Description

Job Title: Physician Assistant

Summary:

We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) team serving both Dallas and Plano campuses. This is a dynamic opportunity to deliver high-acuity care to critically ill pediatric patients in a collaborative and fast-paced academic environment.

You will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team, managing a wide range of single and multi-organ illnesses in pediatric patients. This position offers flexibility in scheduling, a supportive team culture, and the opportunity to engage in clinical care, mentorship, education, and research.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide advanced, evidence-based care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
  • Perform and assist with advanced procedures including: arterial line insertion, central venous line placement, chest tube placement, intubation, lumbar puncture, and PICC placement.
  • Participate in care planning, progress evaluations, and family education.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and support staff to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Rotate across variable shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as part of a 24/7 coverage model.
  • Participate in in-house night call rotation once orientation is complete.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all clinical policies and regulatory guidelines.
  • 10-hour Evenings (1:00 PM – 11:00 PM) – Dallas Campus
  • 12-hour Days/Nights (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) – Both Campuses
  • Self-Scheduling: Required to complete at least 6 shifts per 4-week schedule block.
  • Floating: May float between Dallas and Plano campuses.
  • Dallas: 4–6 patients per day shift
  • Plano: 6–8 patients per day shift
  • Night call includes: managing assigned team patients and new admissions.

Qualifications:

Required Education & Certifications:

  • Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
  • Certification from a nationally recognized certifying board.
  • Licensure from the Texas Medical Board.
  • Current certifications in BLS, PALS, and NRP.

Required Experience:

  • Formal education in Acute Care Pediatric or Critical Care Pediatric PA programs.
  • Prior experience in performing high-level procedures such as central lines, chest tubes, intubation, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $46.15 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift

Application Question(s):

  • Acute Care Pediatric NP/PA education; Critical Care Pediatric NP/PA education

License/Certification:

  • BLS Certification (Required)
  • PALS Certification (Required)
  • NRP Certification (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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