The Advanced Practice Provider will utilize advanced clinical expertise to provide direct patient care, including conducting diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, ordering studies, and prescribing medications and therapies. This role also involves guiding professional nursing staff and ensuring accurate, timely maintenance and documentation of patient health records.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a current, unrestricted Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license, be in good standing with Texas medical/nursing boards, and hold a BSN or MSN degree along with successful completion of an accredited program. Basic Life Support certification is required, though previous experience in Family Medicine is preferred.
bachelor degreepostgraduate degreeEffective CommunicationPrioritizationPatient AssessmentLeadershipPatient CareQuality ImprovementClinical CompetenceDiagnostic ProceduresTherapeutic ProceduresPrescribing MedicationsPatient Records MaintenanceAge Specific KnowledgeTest InterpretationMedical DiagnosisScope of Practice AdherenceTeaching Ability
Job description
We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas®. __________________________________________________________________ **Join UMC Physicians: Where Employee Satisfaction Soars at 96%!*
Summary: Title: Physician Assistant -- Full Time Clinic: UMC Family Medicine at Lakeridge ****Experience Required***
We are seeking a full-time Physician Assistant with a passion for others to join our outstanding healthcare team at UMC Physicians. If you are an experienced Physician Assistant looking to make an impact on the lives of others, we invite you to apply! Description: The Physician Assistant utilizes advanced knowledge and clinical expertise in the field of medicine and provides guidance to the professional nursing staff and care to patients and their families. This position conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, ordering and scheduling necessary studies and professional consultations, collecting and documenting data, The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for providing direct patient care services to include prescribing medications and other therapies. Preferred Characteristics:
Goal oriented
Professional demeanor and appearance
Servant’s heart
Punctual and dependable
Works with a sense of urgency Availability Requirements:
Ability to work 40 hours per week
8AM-6PM Monday – Thursday, 8AM-12PM Friday Our Mission: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Our Vision: To be the best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare.
Benefits
UMC Physicians offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees. Benefits include:
Paid Time Off
Sick Pay
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Employer Paid Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability (after 2 years of employment)
Critical Illness, Accident and Cancer Insurance
Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
Benefits
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Voluntary Life Insurance
Sick Pay
Cancer Insurance
401K Retirement Plan With Company Match
Health Care Spending Accounts
Resilience Program
Discounted Pharmacy Cost
Cash Retention Bonus
Employer Paid Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program Note: Some benefits require an employee contribution to participate. Essential Job Functions:
Desires to be part of a health care team dedicated to providing patient's optimal care
Must be compassionate, conscientious, and meticulous
Directs patient care including but not limited to: examine, diagnose, treat medical conditions of/for patients
Prescribes medication and medical testing; reviews and interprets test results; takes and records histories and physical examinations; communicates with physicians regarding patient care and follow-up
Participates with physician in a review of the patient health records
Assures that adequate patient records are maintained, completed and accurately documented in a timely manner; readily accessible and systemically organized
Performs services in accordance with company policy
Participates in appropriate Quality Improvement (QI) for the clinic
Flexible work hours to include evenings and weekends
Aware of Emergency Disaster Plans and how to respond in the event of a disaster
Works effectively with others, demonstrates leadership and teaching ability and the ability to work under pressure
Communicates effectively, both written and orally with patients, staff and other entities
Demonstrates working knowledge of current healthcare practices
Possesses skills and technical competence to execute work responsibilities
Operates within the established scope of practice
Prioritizes treatment based on medical and nursing diagnosis, patient history and expected patient outcomes Additional Responsibilities: Additional duties as assigned Skills and Abilities:
Knows clinical and nursing standards and practices in accordance with them
Will be required to show current knowledge and clinical competence of the special skills required to give quality care to patients in their unit
Age specific knowledge is required when needed for appropriate patient care Minimum
Qualifications
Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license
Must be in good standing with the State of Texas Medical Board; or the ability to obtain or transfer your license to Texas
BSN or MSN degree and successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program
Basic Life Support certification
Previous experience as a Physician Assistant
Previous experience in Family Medicine Environmental Conditions: Works in well-lit, ventilated building. Hours may vary to accommodate needs in the department. Exposure of blood-borne pathogens is of high risk. Physical Requirements: Work is of medium demand. Standing, walking most of the time on duty. Lifting and pushing patients, carts, and wheelchairs. Adequate hand/eye coordination and fine motor skills required. Good tactile sensation is necessary for checking patients. Talking and hearing is essential in instructing and supervising nursing personnel and in receiving doctors’ orders and patient’s condition reports. Near visual acuity for accurate recording of patients’ charts. Limitations and Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. ________________________________________________________________________ UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.
Benefits: Resilience program Emotional Physical Spiritual Financial Career Community On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP) Discounted Pharmacy Cost Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region) Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf UMC Vision, Mission and Standards: Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect About UMC Magnet Designated 501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards: Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient.
Standards
Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness About UMCP 35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as “One of the Best Places to Work in Texas” by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates
