Job Information
Texas A&M University Advanced Practice Provider in United States
Job Title
Advanced Practice Provider
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
University Health Services
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Advanced Practice Provider, under direction, provides primary health care to students of assigned Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) member. Acts in accordance with relevant licensing boards and local, State, and Federal laws regulating Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
What you need to know
Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.
COVID-19 information: Texas A&M University monitors local, state and federally mandated health guidelines to keep students, employees, prospective employees, and visitors as safe as possible. For the latest information regarding Texas A&M’s COVID-19 response, please visit the University’s COVID-19 website (http://www.tamu.edu/coronavirus/) . For COVID-19 employment-related information, please visit the Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness’ COVID-19 website (https://employees.tamu.edu/covid-19/index.html) .
Required Education and Experience:
Successful completion of an accredited educational program for Physician Assistants; or
Successful completion of an approved advanced practice nursing educational program at or beyond the master’s degree level.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Licensed in the State of Texas, or eligible to be licensed, as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner).
Board certified or eligible to be board certified.
Candidate must be licensed/board certified prior to start date. Licensure/certification must be maintained for continued employment.
Ability to obtain BLS certification and DEA registration within 6 months of employment.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to apply modern techniques of medicine.
Ability to use and manage an electronic medical records system.
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
2 years of related experience in Women’s Heath or Family Medicine.
Experience in a hospital, ambulatory clinic, or college health setting
Responsibilities:
Provision of Care: P rovides primary health care to students, which includes medical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications or treatments, counseling or education regarding health maintenance and disease/injury prevention, and promotion of healthy lifestyles. Recognizes the need for consultation and/or referral for illness/injury outside the scope of practice/ expertise for an advanced nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
EMR and COMPLIANCE : Completes accurate and a ppropriate documentation of patients’ encounters in medical records i n a timely manner . Acts i n accordance with all relevant licensing boards, local, s tate and federal laws regulating nurse practitioners or physician assistants. Participates in continuing medical education and in-service activities as a ppropriate .
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 64,000 and nearly 9,000 faculty and staff.The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, diversity, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 845-5154.
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