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Advanced Practice - General Surgery opening in Amarillo, TX
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Surgery-General
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/28/23
**Surgical APP opening in Amarillo, TX**
* Full-time, permanent opening
* Employed position
* Outpatient clinic post-surgical follow-ups
* Responsible for diagnosing clinical abnormalities, exams, ordering diagnostic testing and completion of medical records
* Joining a growing program
* No call
* Prior experience in vascular, general and/or surgical oncology preferred
* First Assist certification and experience preferred
* Competitive base compensation & benefits!
**Health System:**
* An extensive hospital system in Amarillo, Texas providing clinical excellence to the Texas Panhandle and the tristate area
* Acclaimed for its superior quality and customer service
* American Heart Association/American Stroke Association: Stroke Honor Roll Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award
* The fourth largest employer in Amarillo, with a medical staff of more than 450 physicians and about 3,000 employees
* Fosters an environment that allows employees to provide superior patient care in alignment with their mission
* Recognized by Watson Health as a Top 100 Hospital in the nation (in 2012, 2013, 2016, 2017, & 2019)
* Has been recognized as Modern Healthcare's Best Employer
* CMS rated 4-stars for patient experience
* Preferred health system in the market
**About Amarillo:**
* The Amarillo metro area has a total population of roughly 268,000 residents and is situated within Potter and Randall counties. With an altitude of 3,672, and low humidity the area experiences more than 270 sunny days annually
* Catchment area of 500,000 people
* Major industries in Amarillo include farm & ranch, education, banking, defense and medical services. Amarillo's economy is thriving with an unemployment rate beating both the State and National average. Amarillo's cost of living remains one of the lowest in the country
* American, United and Southwest Airlines serve Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport has more than 50 daily arrivals and departures
**Local Attractions:**
* The Texas Panhandle offers a multitude of outdoor activities. Downtown Amarillo has experienced rapid growth, which has resulted in the addition of new activities and attractions. Enjoy AA professional baseball and cultural amenities ranging from the Lone Star Ballet, Amarillo Symphony and Amarillo Little Theater. Botanical Gardens and the Amarillo Museum of Art to family-friendly activities such as the Amarillo Zoo or the Don Harrington Discovery Center.
* Explore beautiful Palo Duro Canyon, the nations second largest canyon. Palo Duro opens up from a flat plain to an 800-foot deep canyon covering more than 20,000 acres providing hiking, biking and outdoor opportunities year round.
* Easy half day drive to the Rocky Mountains!
* U.S. Route 66Sixth Street Historic District is a hub for dining and antiques
* No state income tax