Advanced Practice Provider

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 129,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Managed Care seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join our team at the Sanchez Unit in El Paso, Texas. APPs provide comprehensive primary, chronic, acute, and urgent care, including evaluation of new intakes and coordination of ongoing care.

The role offers opportunities to expand clinical and procedural skills while caring for a medically diverse population.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Physician Assistant program approved by the Council on Allied Health Education Accreditation of the AMA.
• Current Physician Assistant license in Texas or ability to transfer license.
• Certification as a Physician Assistant by the NCCPA.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing as a nurse practitioner and current RN license in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient services under direct supervision and guidance of Physician or Medical Director.
• Elicits detailed patient histories.
• Examines patient and performs comprehensive physical examinations with medical data documentation.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests (x-ray, ECG, labs) and interprets results.
• Performs procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
• Develops and implements patient management plans and ensures continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients on adherence to therapies and daily living health maintenance.
• May render emergency medical service without supervision when necessary.

Skills

Physician Assistant license

Nurse Practitioner certification

RN license

NCCPA certification

Education

Physician Assistant program accreditation

Nurse Practitioner certification program

Job description

Extended Job Title

Advanced Practice Provider

Position Description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Managed Careis seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join ourteam at the TDCJ Sanchez Unit in El Paso, Texas.

The Sanchez Unit serves as a TDCJ intake facility and providesshort-term housing for individuals in minimum custody, creating adynamic clinical environment with diverse medical needs.

About the Role

APPs provide comprehensive primary, chronic, acute, and urgentcare, including evaluation of new intakes, management of acuteand chronic conditions, and coordination of ongoing care. Theposition offers excellent opportunities to expand clinical andprocedural skills while caring for a medically diverse population.Providers may encounter a wide range of illnesses, injuries, andcomplex medical conditions, with opportunities to performprocedures such as suturing, splinting, toenail removal,injections, and more.

Requisition ID

45884BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

134,000

Major/Essential Functions

• Provides patient services under direct supervision andresponsibility of Physician and or Medical Director.
• Elicits detailed patient histories.
• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination,and compiles patient medical data, including health history andresults of physical examination.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray,electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets testresults for deviations from normal.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections,immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managinginfection.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, recordsprogress notes, and assists in provision of continuity ofcare.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance withprescribed therapeutic regimens, emotional problems of dailyliving, and health maintenance.
• May render emergency medical service without supervision,pending the arrival of a responsible physician, in cases whereimmediate diagnosis and treatment are necessary to avoid disabilityor death.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

129,000

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

El Paso

Department

El Paso Sanchez Unit

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from a Physician Assistant's training program approvedby the Council on Allied Health Education Accreditation of theAmerican Medical Association. Current Physician Assistant licensein the State of Texas or ability to transfer license to Texas.Certification as a Physician Assistant as evidenced by passing theexaminations given by the National Commission on the Certificationof Physician Assistants. OR Graduation from an accreditedschool of nursing as a nurse practitioner from an approvedcertification program recognized by Texas Board of Nursing. CurrentR.N. license as approved by the Texas Board of Nursing or abilityto transfer license to Texas. Certification as a Nurse Practitionerfrom an approved certification program as recognized by Texas Boardof Nursing or ability to transfer certification to Texas.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For ,TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future. Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative andsupportive community that empowers each individual to do their bestwork. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC iscommitted to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with apositive culture that puts people first.

About Managed Care:

Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has been providing clinical andoperational support to correctional facilities throughout WestTexas and other regional areas. We serve approximately 30,000patients utilizing a broad range of comprehensive medical andhealth services. TTUHSC Managed Care strives to positively impactthe lives of our patients, to include many who had no previousaccess to quality health care. Learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care HERE

Benefits

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options –Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities,and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.