Advanced Practice Provider, Pediatrics

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to augment a supervising physician’s data gathering and deliver patient care under direction. You will provide comprehensive medical care to pediatric patients, including health assessments, exams, and management of acute and chronic conditions.

Responsibilities include obtaining histories, ordering tests, immunizations, and developing evidence-based care plans, while collaborating with the care

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Physician Assistant program approved by the AMA Council on Allied Health Education Accreditation.
• Current Texas PA license or transfer capability; PA certification via NCCPA.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to pediatric patients, including assessments, exams, and management of conditions.
• Obtain patient histories, interpret data, and order/perform diagnostics like labs, imaging, and EKGs.
• Perform therapeutic and preventive procedures including immunizations, injections, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
• Develop and implement patient care plans, document progress, and ensure continuity of care.
• Counsel families on treatment adherence, prevention, and healthy lifestyles.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care team to optimize outcomes.
• Provide emergency medical care when necessary according to protocols.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Emergency care

Education

PA program (AMA approved)

NP program (Texas Board approved)

Job description

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.

Major/Essential Functions

• Provide comprehensive medical care to pediatric patients, including health assessments, physical examinations, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Obtain detailed patient and family histories, interpret clinical data, and order/perform diagnostic tests such as labs, imaging, and EKGs.
• Perform therapeutic and preventive procedures including immunizations, injections, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
• Develop and implement evidence-based patient care plans, document progress, and ensure continuity of care.
• Counsel and educate patients and families on treatment adherence, disease prevention, healthy lifestyles, and developmental milestones.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Provide emergency medical care when necessary, in alignment with clinical protocols and patient safety standards.

Occasional Duties

Performs related duties, projects, and tasks as necessary to support the team.

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.

Benefits

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

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

EEO Statement

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