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Job description
Overview
TeamHealth is seeking a highly experienced and motivated emergency medicine physician assistant (PA-C) to join our team, providing high-quality, patient-centered care across two emergency department locations in Blackwell and Perry, Oklahoma. This position is based in rural emergency hospitals affiliated with Stillwater Medical Center and features solo PA coverage, requiring a high level of clinical autonomy and confidence in independent decision-making. The PA will practice at the top of their scope, managing patients of all acuity levels in a busy emergency department setting, with offsite physician supervision available for consultation and support.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive medical screening exams, histories, and physical assessments for patients of all ages
Independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and emergent conditions across all levels of acuity
Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests including labs, imaging, and EKGs
Perform procedures within scope of practice (e.g., suturing, splinting, incision and drainage, airway management as credentialed)
Initiate treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide patient education and discharge instructions
Stabilize and manage critically ill patients, including coordination of transfers when necessary
Collaborate with offsite supervising physicians as needed for complex cases
Ensure accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
Assist with patient flow and triage prioritization as needed
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program
Current certification by NCCPA (PA-C)
Active Oklahoma PA license (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
Minimum of 4 years of emergency medicine experience required
Demonstrated ability to work independently in a solo coverage environment
Strong clinical decision-making skills and comfort managing high-acuity patients
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Work Environment and Schedule
Practice across two emergency department sites: Blackwell, Oklahoma, and Perry, Oklahoma
Critical access hospital settings affiliated with Stillwater Medical Center
Solo PA coverage with offsite physician supervision
Rotating shifts (12s or 24s) including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Busy emergency departments with a broad range of patient acuity
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation
Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
Health, dental, and vision insurance (for eligible employees)
401k retirement plan
APC focused education: procedure and skills labs
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Worksite address
blackwell, OK, 74631, US
Who can apply
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