Advanced Practice Provider: Lead Patient-Centered Care

CommUnityCare; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CommUnityCare in Bastrop, TX seeks a healthcare professional to provide direct clinical care in collaboration with patients, families, and staff under the supervision of a physician.

The role covers comprehensive physical assessments, ordering tests, diagnosing and treating illnesses, prescribing medications, patient education, and coordinating care within a PCMH framework. Strong teamwork and documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Directly affects patient well-being through accurate and timely diagnosis and delivery of high-quality medical care.
• Adheres to regulatory and accreditation standards including Joint Commission and CommUnityCare policies.
• Collaborates with care team to provide patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical assessment of patients using observation, inspection, auscultation, palpation and percussion.
• Order or execute tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition.
• Diagnose and treat diseases based on medical history and examination results; refer to specialists as needed.
• Prescribe medications and therapies for treatment and preventive care.
• Instruct patients and families regarding procedures and follow-up visits.
• Record patient data in the electronic medical record.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Medical knowledge

Electronic records

Team collaboration

Education

Physician Assistant degree

Master’s in Nursing

Job description

CommUnityCare in Bastrop, TX seeks a healthcare professional to provide direct clinical care in collaboration with patients, families, and staff under the supervision of a physician.

The role covers comprehensive physical assessments, ordering tests, diagnosing and treating illnesses, prescribing medications, patient education, and coordinating care within a PCMH framework. Strong teamwork and documentation are essential.