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Physician Assistant / APC - Urology - Kelsey-Seybold - Main Campus 2361075 | Houston, Texas | Kelsey-Seybold Clinic

L5

unitedhealth groupHouston, TXtoday

$113,000 - $173,500

Occupations

Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All OtherPhysician AssistantsUrologists

Industries

Offices of PhysiciansAll Other Outpatient Care CentersOffices of Physicians, Mental Health Specialists
Physician Assistant Opportunity Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 45 locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 1000 medical providers in 65+ medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Kelsey-Seybold Clinic is actively recruiting a Physician Assistant to join our collaborative, multi-disciplinary Urology team. This PA will work alongside our Urologists and existing advanced practice providers to deliver exceptional patient care across a broad spectrum of urologic conditions, including General Urology, Urologic Oncology, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, and Men's Sexual Health. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a team-oriented mindset, and a genuine commitment to patient-centered care. They will interact positively with ancillary staff, respond promptly to referring physicians, and support the mission and philosophy of Kelsey-Seybold's group practice model. Onboarding and Training We are committed to setting our advanced practice providers up for long-term success. New PAs will undergo a structured onboarding program of at least 6 months, during which they will develop clinical competency with graduated independence under the mentorship of our Urology team. We anticipate a full 12-month onboarding period to ensure a thorough fund of knowledge and a strong comfort level across all aspects of the role before the PA transitions to fully independent practice.
Position Highlights:
  • Clinical & Outpatient Care
  • Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations on new and established patients
  • Provide autonomous, ongoing care for assigned patients across General Urology, Urologic Oncology, FMPRS and Men's Sexual HealthOrder and interpret diagnostic studies including laboratory tests and imaging.
  • Screen patients to assess need for escalated care or hospital admission
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation within EPIC in accordance with Clinic policy
  • Surgical & Operative Support
  • Assist surgeons in the operating room for urologic procedures, including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted cases
  • Conduct pre-operative evaluations, patient counseling, and surgical preparation
  • Provide post-operative follow-up care in the outpatient clinic setting
  • Virtual Care
  • Conduct virtual/telehealth visits for appropriate patient populations, including follow-up care, prescription management, and symptom triage
  • Actively participate in Kelsey-Seybold's virtual health platform to expand access and continuity of care
  • Maintaining EPIC documentation guidelines per Clinic policy
  • Office-Based Procedures
  • Perform and/or develop proficiency in: PTNS (Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation), Testopel pellet insertion, Foley/catheter changes, Prostate biopsies, Flexible cystoscopy
  • Pessary fitting and ongoing maintenance for female pelvic floor conditions
  • What makes an Optum career different?
  • As the largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians, we have a best-in-class employee experience and enable you to practice at the top of your license
  • We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients
  • We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations
  • We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go- geographically or professionally- you can do it here
  • You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
  • Graduate from an Accredited School of Physician Assistant Studies
  • Certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
  • Current Physician Assistant licensure by the Texas State Medical Board
Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $113,000 - $173,500. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Level

SeniorL5

Salary

$113,000 - $173,500

Location

Houston, TX

Occupation

Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other

Industry

Offices of Physicians

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