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(APP) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - North University

Harbor Health

Austin, TXFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 1mo agoVerified open 4 days ago

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Austin, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certified By National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)Certified By American Nurses Credentialing CenterCertified By American Academy Of Nurse PractitionersCurrent Licensure As Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant In TexasLicensed And Certified To Practice In Family MedicineCurrent DEA CertificationCurrent CPR CertificationValid Texas Driver’s License

Job overview

Harbor Health is hiring a (APP) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - North University. Harbor Health is seeking a team-oriented Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their multi-specialty clinic group in Austin at the North University practice. This role involves providing effective, efficient, and appropriate services to members, demonstrating safe clinical decision-making and expert care. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the clinical practice team to deliver exceptional care aligned with the mission of transforming healthcare through a payvider model.

Key focus areas include Interview members to obtain medical history, Perform physical examinations, and Order laboratory and other diagnostic tests.

Successful candidates bring Graduate Of Accredited Physician Assistant Program Or Nurse Practitioner Program, Certified By National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants Or American Nurses Credentialing Center, and Current Licensure As Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant In Texas. Important skills include Computer Literacy, Electronic Health Record Systems, Customer Service, Professional Communication, Interacting With Diverse Backgrounds, and Collaboration. Preferred (not required): Bilingual English/Spanish.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Computer LiteracyElectronic Health Record SystemsCustomer ServiceProfessional CommunicationInteracting With Diverse BackgroundsCollaborationIndependent FunctioningSound JudgmentFlexibility to Shift PrioritiesCommitment to ConfidentialityBilingual English/Spanish

Qualifications

Graduate of Accredited Physician Assistant ProgramCertified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)Graduate of Nurse Practitioner ProgramCertified by American Nurses Credentialing CenterCertified by American Academy of Nurse PractitionersCurrent Licensure as Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in TexasLicensed and Certified to Practice in Family MedicineCurrent DEA CertificationCurrent CPR CertificationValid Texas Driver’s LicenseMeet and Maintain Current Organizational Credentialing and Privileging RequirementsComfortable Working as Solo Provider in Clinic Team Setting

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

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  • Location 3200 Red River Street, Suite 201, Austin, TX, 78705, United States
  • Job Category Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, APP
  • Industry Healthcare
  • Employee Type Exempt - FT
  • Manage Others No
  • Minimum Experience 2 Years Description Harbor Health

(APP) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Austin, TX | North University | Full-Time

POSITION OVERVIEW Harbor Health is seeking a team-oriented Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our multi-specialty clinic group in Austin at our North University practice. As a clinical leader within our primary care setting, you will provide effective, efficient, and appropriate services to our members while demonstrating safe clinical decision-making and expert care. You will work collaboratively with our clinical practice team to deliver exceptional care that aligns with our mission of transforming healthcare through our payvider model.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Interview members to obtain medical history, perform physical examinations, order laboratory and other diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and recommend treatments

Provide continuity in managed care for members with pre-existing long-term conditions

Make referrals for secondary and tertiary care as needed in collaboration with the care team

Perform medical procedures according to issued privileges

Provide health maintenance visits, evaluate immunization needs, offer anticipatory guidance and referrals

Perform contract and special physical examinations for employment and other purposes

Conduct STD screening, family planning, and health education

Document and code all member contacts accurately and legibly in the electronic medical record

Function as an active member of the medical team

Participate in and manage care team meetings

Contribute to organizational initiatives, including participation on clinical committees, providing education, quality review, and other mission-aligned activities

DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Required: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program and certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or Nurse Practitioner Program and certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to practice in the State of Texas

Licensed and certified to practice in Family Medicine

Current DEA and CPR certification

Valid Texas Driver’s License

Ability to meet and maintain current organizational credentialing and privileging requirements

Comfortable working as a solo provider in a clinic team setting

Computer literacy with ability to navigate electronic health record systems

Excellent customer service skills and professional communication

Ability to interact effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds

Strong teamwork capabilities while maintaining ability to function independently

Sound judgment, flexibility to shift priorities, and commitment to confidentiality

Preferred: 2+ years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in a primary care setting

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Physical Requirements: Ability to work irregular hours in a moderate-stress environment

Capacity to handle exposure to blood, body fluids, communicable diseases

Ability to push/pull heavy objects and lift up to 50 pounds

Full range of body motion for patient care activities

WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary and incentives

Generous PTO

10 paid holidays

CME Allowance and time off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Occurrence-based malpractice

401(k) Investment Plan

Company Equity

At Harbor Health, we’re transforming healthcare in Texas through collaboration and innovation. We’re seeking passionate individuals to help us create a member-centered experience that connects comprehensive care with a modern payment model. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued, please bring your talents to our team!

Harbor Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians and teammates and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

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