Description
Position Overview
The 30+ year company supports the petrochemical and manufacturing industries domestically and internationally and is headquartered along the Gulf Coast, providing training, occupational medicine, and innovative solutions to the industry. The Physician Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer in evaluating and treating patients. They may also assist in minor surgical procedures following occupational injuries.
Essential Job Responsibilities
• Conduct thorough medical evaluations and provide appropriate treatment for patients, ensuring high standards of care.
• Oversee the work of certified medical staff, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient and effective patient care.
• Participate in minor surgical procedures, including but not limited to joint injections, laceration suture repair, wound debridement, and eye foreign body removal.
• Conduct medical examinations at various locations as needed.
• Perform remote medical evaluations through a telemedicine platform.
• Support case management efforts by participating in calls and providing medical expertise.
• Available for after-hours calls and visits to address urgent medical needs.
• Ensure compliance with all state licensing agencies.
• Take initiative in leading or assisting with new clinic projects, contributing to the growth and development of the clinic.
• Engage in ongoing education and training programs to stay current with medical advancements and best practices.
Requirements
• Must be a certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Strong proficiency in performing minor surgical procedures.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Must be able to adapt to work in varied environments and learn detailed procedures.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and make effective decisions.
• Cross-train and assist other departments as necessary.
• Commitment to maintaining all required CMEs.
• Can have no active investigations by the Texas Medical Board.
• Requires an active DEA and DPS certificate with no restrictions on prescribing medications.
• Holds a full and unrestricted license in Louisiana and Texas.
Preferred Experience
- Emergency Medicine
- Family Medicine
- First Aid Certification or equivalent
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to read, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle training equipment and tools, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
This job is typically in an office environment and will also require travel as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Reporting Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant reports directly to the Chief Medical Officer. This position does not have direct reports.
Skills Required
- Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Active DEA and DPS certificate with no restrictions on prescribing medications
- Full and unrestricted license in Louisiana and Texas
- No active investigations by the Texas Medical Board
- Strong proficiency in performing minor surgical procedures (joint injections, suture repair, wound debridement, eye foreign body removal)
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to adapt to varied environments and learn detailed procedures
- Proven ability to work under pressure and make effective decisions
- Commitment to maintaining all required CMEs
- Perform remote medical evaluations via telemedicine
- Oversee and provide guidance to certified medical staff
- Available for after-hours calls and urgent visits
- Cross-train and assist other departments as necessary
- Emergency Medicine experience
- Family Medicine experience
- First Aid Certification or equivalent
Health and Safety Council Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Health and Safety Council and has not been reviewed or approved by Health and Safety Council.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as strong, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans and access to occupational health services. Wellness-oriented programs and health support are emphasized as part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with a competitive employer match, strengthening long‑term financial security. This support is consistently highlighted as a key component of total rewards.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Perks such as paid inclement‑weather days, occasional company‑provided meals, and wellness programs are noted as quality‑of‑life enhancers. These extras complement core benefits to improve day‑to‑day experience.
Health and Safety Council Insights
What We Do
The Health and Safety Council (HASC) is the steadfast leader in developing innovative and advanced solutions in the areas of training, skills development, occupational health, and industry services. With a mission to build safe workplaces by improving the quality and integrity of the workforce, we provide training and occupational health services to more than 1,500 people each day. Our worldwide outreach is accomplished through online, on-site, and on-campus offerings that serve our industry with global industry safety solutions.
