Physician Assistant

Service Line: HM - Inpatient Rehab

Position Title: 00323 - Physician Assistant

Location: CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital-HM , Texarkana , Texas

Job Type: Full-time

Recruiter: Katelyn Grindstaff | katelyn_corley@scphealth.com | 337-609-1323

Position Overview

Serve patients in moments that matter and be a part of the future of health care. SCP Health is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic inpatient rehab team at CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital. Join us to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and deliver high-quality care in the communities you serve. Working hours are from 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday. There is no overnight call or responsibilities after 5 pm and no weekend call or duties.

Daily duties

1. Consulting on all new admits from the previous day. You determine if and when they need to be seen again. (approximately 3 new admits a day)

2. Rounding on the remaining patients that you have previously seen and determined need to be seen that day. I would anticipate this list being around 15 patients. They have about 40 patients there any day and likely some will not need to be seen at all and the rest at most would likely need to be seen no more frequently than every other day or every three days. There may be the exception that someone will need to be seen on consecutive days but that would be at your digression.

3. Answering any new questions or issues should they arise on patients previously seen and that may need to be seen again.

4. Answering all calls and concerns regarding patients from 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday.

5. Attending our monthly staff meeting in person or via phone on the fourth Thursday of every month (It is at the main hospital).

6. Attending a monthly meeting at rehab where patient care and issues related to their care will be discussed.

7. Ordering labs, studies and imaging as indicated and following up on those results.

8. Helping to form a strong bond between rehab and the main hospital via two way communication with the hospitalist group (CS Partners) regarding patients we have sent there and any other questions that may arise while seeing patients at the facility.

9. Calling to arrange for direct admission for patients that need to be sent back to the hospital for admission.

10. Working collaboratively with the rehab providers, nursing and ancillary staff to provide optimal patient care.

11. Entering all of your billing daily before your shift ends.

12. Managing and updating your patient lists in our SCP connect platform and EPIC (hospital and rehab EMR) 

Qualifications

• Education: PA
• Licensure: TX
• Board Certification: Yes
• Experience: Minimal of 2 years of PA inpatient experience

Facility & Clinical Details

About CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital-HM: St. Michael is a well-established, faith-based acute care hospital and the anchor of the CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System, faithfully serving the regional healthcare needs for over a century. It’s a 312-bed facility recognized for comprehensive services including advanced surgical care, heart and vascular programs, a Level III NICU, cancer services, robotics-assisted surgery, and a strong commitment to high-quality, patient-centered medicine. The campus also includes rehabilitation and outpatient centers, all set on a beautiful, wooded campus that fosters healing and wellness. As part of CHRISTUS Health — a large Catholic non-profit health system — St. Michael emphasizes compassionate service and collaborative care, making it an attractive environment for physicians seeking both clinical breadth and community impact.

• Innovation/Growth: Join a large group with a close knit, collaborative culture with access to innovative tools and insights backed by SCP's clinical technology platform.

• Teamwork/Culture: Enjoy a collaborative, mission-aligned culture across emergency medicine, hospital medicine and critical care service lines with a clear path for professional development and leadership opportunities.

Community Information

Texarkana, Texas offers a unique blend of small-town charm and regional vitality right on the Texas-Arkansas border, creating a welcoming community with a strong sense of pride and togetherness. As a physician, you’ll find a supportive healthcare environment with a steady patient base, collaborative colleagues, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact across a diverse population. The cost of living is affordable, the pace of life is comfortable, and local amenities — including quality schools, vibrant community events, scenic parks, and easy access to larger metro areas — make it an ideal place to raise a family and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. Texarkana’s friendly culture and strategic location give you both professional fulfillment and personal satisfaction.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive compensation package with the rate being a flat $77.50/hr
• Job Status: W2 Employed
• Sign-On Bonus: Yes
• Benefits Eligibility: Yes
• No Non-Compete
• Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
• Dedicated Chief Wellness Officer and wellness programming for clinicians
• Established, respected, financially stable company
• Equitable scheduling patterns
• Dedicated on-site and regional leadership support
• Robust professional growth and leadership development opportunities

Why SCP Health

For over 50 years, SCP Health has been serving patients in moments that matter. As a physician-founded and physician-led organization specializing in emergency, hospital, and critical care medicine, we believe clinicians should focus on what matters most—delivering exceptional patient care.

We support our physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants with national capabilities, regional leadership support, and evidence-based practices. Our approach combines clinician autonomy with comprehensive administrative support, enabling work-life balance while practicing at the top of your license.

By supporting our clinicians in delivering exceptional care, we improve the health of our communities.

Together, we heal.