Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant – Advanced Practice Provider (APP)Reports To: PhysicianDepartment: RPO Physician Partners – The Office of Dr. Stacey JonesLocation: 509 W Tidwell Road Suite 100 Houston, TX 77091 Position Summary The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) – provides comprehensive healthcare services in collaboration with the physician and multidisciplinary team. The APP will deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, performing diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services. This role emphasizes patient education, wellness promotion, and chronic disease management, and operates within the scope of the NP/PA license under Texas state and federal regulations. Essential Job Functions Under the guidance of the supervising physician: - Perform thorough patient assessments, including obtaining medical histories and conducting physical examinations.- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests (e.g., laboratory tests, imaging) and make clinical decisions based on findings.- Develop and implement treatment plans, prescribe medications, and manage patient therapies in accordance with evidence-based guidelines.- Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare team members to coordinate patient care.- Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment options, and preventive care.- Conduct follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary.- Document patient encounters, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the continuous improvement of care delivery.- Stay updated on best practices, protocols, and guidelines in the healthcare field through continuing education. Scope of Work - The APP will provide care in an outpatient setting.- Care will encompass acute and chronic conditions, preventive health, and health maintenance.- Procedures within the APP’s scope of practice will be performed as needed (e.g., suturing, wound care, joint injections).- Act as a resource for nursing staff and other clinical team members on clinical management and education. Minimum Qualifications - Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) program.- Current and valid state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.- National board certification (AANP, ANCC for NP; NCCPA for PA).- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a healthcare team. Preferred Qualifications - 2+ years of clinical experience in a relevant medical specialty (e.g., primary care, cardiology, orthopedics, etc.). Clinical outpatient experience preferred.- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment.- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.- Fluency in Spanish preferred (but not required). This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications required for this role and is subject to change based on the healthcare organization's needs and state regulations.
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