Advanced Practice Provider at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Advanced Practice Provider

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

691007 - Abilene Middleton Unit

Position Description

Employees in this position are responsible for augmenting a supervising physician's data gathering abilities to reach decisions and institute patient care plans. Provides health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of a Physician.

Requisition ID

39097BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

130,000

Major/Essential Functions

• Provides patient services under direct supervision and responsibility of Physician and or Medical Director.


• Elicits detailed patient histories.


• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.


• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.


• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.


• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.


• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.


• May render emergency medical service without supervision, pending the arrival of a responsible physician, in cases where immediate diagnosis and treatment are necessary to avoid disability or death.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

125,000

Pay Basis

Monthly

Schedule Details

8 hour days, Monday through Friday. After hours and weekend on-call rotation (phone only)

Work Location

Abilene

Campus

HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care

Department

Abilene Middleton Unit

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Job Group

Health Care Professional

Occasional Duties




About Managed Care:



Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-based culture in all we do. You can learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care by visiting our website HERE.





This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the 
Values of TTUHSC
:

• ONE TEAM unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our mission


• KINDHEARTED exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping hands, and a positive attitude


• INTEGRITY be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is looking


• VISIONARY nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit


• BEYOND SERVICE create and deliver positive defining moments

Take care of yourself and your family, Enjoy some of the best benefits in the state of Texas:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package


• Training provided


• Continuing education


• Loan Forgiveness Program


• Retiree Insurance


• Paid Leave


• Leadership Program


• State Pension

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from a Physician Assistant's training program approved by the Council on Allied Health Education Accreditation of the American Medical Association. Current Physician Assistant license in the State of Texas or ability to transfer license to Texas. Certification as a Physician Assistant as evidenced by passing the examinations given by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants. OR Graduation from an accredited school of nursing as a nurse practitioner from an approved certification program recognized by Texas Board of Nursing. Current R.N. license as approved by the Texas Board of Nursing or ability to transfer license to Texas. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner from an approved certification program as recognized by Texas Board of Nursing or ability to transfer certification to Texas.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website. Apply Now