Mid-level Provider Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Mid-level Provider Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
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Position Description
- If youre looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.
About Harris County Public Health:Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services community programming and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation engagement and health equity HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
This is a grant-funded position.
Position Overview:
The Mid-Level Provider works under the supervision of the Community Health and Wellness Division (CHWD) Clinical Lead and medical oversight by the CHWD Supervising Physician. The Mid-level provider will function as a healthcare provider for patients receiving family planning services in our Clinical Health Services (CHS) division by way of the Family Planning and Healthy Texas Women grants. This position will work with the clinical team to create and maintain efficient and patient-centered care. Also supporting the daily clinical operations while providing comprehensive public health services to all Harris County Public Health patients qualified to received family planning services.
This position supports the Harris County Public Health Department (HCPH) and reports to the Clinical Health Services (CHS) Program Manager. This position will service the East Health Hub clinic by providing comprehensive medical care.
Duties & Responsibilities:- Provides direct patient care in accordance with the Texas Medical Board Texas Board of Nurse Examiners Nursing practice act and Harris County Public Health (HCPH) procedures and protocols. Complies with US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) guidelines for treating/screening program-specific clients.
- Completes and reviews health histories performs physical examinations and reviews and orders appropriate laboratory tests and immunizations.
- Orders and monitors prescribed medication in accordance with Pharmacy D regulations.
- Makes patient referrals for care to the clinic nurse nurse navigator or community agencies as appropriate.
- Uses Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) expertise to serve as a mentor and resource person to all clinical staff.
- Seeks to assure that policies and procedures are followed for care and operations.
- Assists with training new clinical staff and the development of process improvement.
- Attends and actively participates in clinical provider meetings and all staff meetings.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Requirements
Education:
Masters degree in Nursing.
Licensed to practice in Texas as an Advance Practice Registered Nurse (APRN).
OR
Masters degree in Physician Assistant.
License to practice in Texas as an Physician Assistant (PA).
Experience:- At least one (1) year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in an out-patient clinical setting.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certified.
- Valid Texas Drivers License.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word Excel Power-point Outlook) and navigating Electronic Medical Records.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment.
- Knowledge of current Center for Disease Control and Prevention and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) guidelines for treating/screening various conditions.
- Ability to organize material prioritize job tasks make reliable judgments and draw conclusions from verbal discussions and written data.
- Ability to draw conclusions from data such as lab tests to record this information accurately in patients record and to notify the Clinical Lead or Supervising Physician when deviations occur.
Organizational Leadership- Understands the organizational mission.
- Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust.
- Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others.
- Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity diversity inclusion and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission.
- Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group.
- Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs.
- Ability to adapt to change.
- Treats others with courtesy sensitivity and respect.
- Behaves in an honest fair and ethical manner.
- Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses.
- Uses sound judgment.
- Self-motivated.
- Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity.
- Communicates clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
NOTE:Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentationbutONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
- At least one (1) year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in an out-patient clinical setting.
Preferences
Licenses/Certifications: Preferred Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certified.
Experience: Preferred Experience working in family planning medical clinics.
Language: Preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish)
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- This is a full-time position.
- Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Must be willing to flex work hours when required.
Work Environment:- This job operates in a professional clinic environment community setting and occupationally a medical mobile unit. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands:- This role requires the ability to lift carry push pull up to 50 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.
- Harris County Public Health: Community Health & Wellness East Harris County Hub - 15430 East Freeway. Channelview TX 77530.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
