Emergency Medicine Careers

Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

Plainview, Texas

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Urgency. Expertise. Purpose.

In emergency medicine, APPs are essential to delivering fast, effective, and compassionate care when it matters most. You bring clinical skill, adaptability, and calm leadership to high-pressure situations—ensuring patients receive timely, evidence-based treatment in moments of crisis.

With a national footprint and a culture rooted in collaboration, our emergency medicine programs empower APPs to thrive. Whether managing acute presentations or supporting throughput and coordination, you are backed by systems that value autonomy, teamwork, and continuous growth.

Job Type: Full Time; Part Time
Job Level: Experienced
Shift: Swing
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000628

Date posted:

02/18/2026

Category:

Emergency Medicine

Bring Better to the Bedside as a Physician Assistant in Plainview, TX at Covenant Plainview

We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Plainview, TX—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.

Local Team Collaboration:

Join our close-knit team of 5 physicians and 2 APPs at Covenant Hobbs Hospital.
Coordinated schedule with existing team.
14k annual volume.

Qualifications:

Board Certified Physician Assistant.
1-2 years of emergency medicine experience.
Emergency Medicine Fellowship a plus.

Scheduling:

24-hour physician and 12-hour APP coverage.
Swing shift; 11am – 11pm.
Block scheduling available.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide top-quality patient care to a rural emergency department with 49 total beds, an average of 13,000 annual visits, and Level IV trauma designation.
Foster collaboration and support among team members.
Utilize advanced medical technology.
Use EPIC as the electronic medical record system.

Living and Working in Plainview, TX

Plainview, TX offers a relaxed, small-town lifestyle rooted in strong community ties, family-friendly values, and a slower pace of life, with affordable living, short commutes, and local schools, parks, and events that bring people together. Its location, about 45 minutes north of Lubbock, gives residents convenient access to the larger city’s amenities.

Rewards and Compensation:

Compensation: W-2 status with competitive hourly rate, benefits, and malpractice with tail coverage.

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver high-stakes care with speed and precision. We support you with tools and workflows that enhance your clinical impact because every moment counts.
Collaboration:

You are part of a dynamic, team-based environment where APPs and physicians work side by side, building trust through shared decision-making and coordinated care.
Accountability:

You lead with confidence, owning your role in the emergency department, contributing to clinical strategy, and driving performance across key metrics like throughput, patient experience, and safety.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring clear thinking and calm leadership to unpredictable situations, balancing rapid decision-making with compassion for patients, families, and your team.

Career Path

Trainee
Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership
Specialty Leadership

Trainee :
Start your journey as a new graduate or transition to an unfamiliar role by completing a structured clinical training program focused on developing essential competencies for high-quality patient care. This training is supplemented by a self-directed didactic curriculum to build a knowledge base and support ongoing professional growth.
Practicing :
Continue your career as a practicing clinician by continually expanding your clinical expertise and delivering exemplary patient care. Develop foundational leadership skills and contribute to organizational excellence by engaging in committees and supporting the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
Single-site Leadership :
Assume leadership responsibilities at the practice level as a Lead Advanced Practice Provider, Associate Medical Director, or Medical Director. In these roles, you will oversee clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure both operational and clinical excellence within a single-site setting.
Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by supporting multiple practices as a Regional or Divisional Lead Advanced Practice Provider. These roles emphasize the recruitment and retention of Advanced Practice Providers and facilitate team integration initiatives.
Specialty Leadership :
Advance to senior leadership as Chief Advanced Practice Officer, where you will collaborate with service line leaders to influence organizational programs and lead initiatives that develop team-based care models on a national scale.

Hear from our team

“The support APPs receive here is intentional. It’s not just about filling a role—it’s about setting people up for long-term success and making sure they’re empowered to deliver great care.”

April Burke,
Chief Advanced Practice Officer