(APP) Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Congress - Express Care

Harbor Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Harbor Health in Austin, TX seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Express Care clinic. You will provide acute and urgent care, deliver evidence-based treatment, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely, patient-centered care.

This role requires Texas NP/PA licensure, board certification, DEA license, and 1–2 years in urgent care or family medicine. Strong assessment, communication, and EHR proficiency are essential; weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in Texas.
• Board certification required (AANP, ANCC, NCCPA, or equivalent).
• DEA license and prescriptive authority in Texas.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, family medicine, or related ambulatory care setting.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills.
• Experience with diverse member populations across age groups.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to build trust with members quickly.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to Harbor Health's mission of transforming healthcare in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with acute, urgent, and episodic conditions in Express Care.
• Obtain comprehensive histories and perform thorough physical examinations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging as appropriate.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans per guidelines.
• Prescribe medications and interventions within scope of practice.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with Harbor Health team for referrals and care coordination.
• Document encounters accurately in the EHR system.
• Adhere to regulatory, compliance, and credentialing requirements.
• Contribute to safety and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnostic reasoning

Interpersonal communication

Independent working

Team collaboration

EHR proficiency

Education

Texas NP license

Texas PA license

Board certification (AANP/ANCC/NCCPA)

DEA license

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Position Overview

Harbor Health is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our multi-specialty clinic group at our Congress Express Care location in Austin, TX. 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. The APP will provide acute and urgent care services to members across a broad range of presentations, ensuring timely, compassionate, and evidence-based treatment in an Express Care setting with the potential to cover one Saturday/month.

Position Duties & Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat members presenting with acute, urgent, and episodic medical conditions in an Express Care setting
• Obtain comprehensive medical histories and perform thorough physical examinations
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory results, and imaging as clinically appropriate
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in alignment with evidence-based clinical guidelines
• Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions within scope of practice
• Educate members and their families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care
• Collaborate with the broader Harbor Health care team to ensure appropriate referrals, care coordination, and continuity of care
• Accurately and efficiently document all clinical encounters in the electronic health record (EHR) system
• Adhere to all regulatory, compliance, and credentialing requirements
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, member safety, and clinical quality

Desired Professional Skills & Experience

• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the state of Texas
• Board certification required (AANP, ANCC, NCCPA, or equivalent)
• DEA license and prescriptive authority in Texas
• Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, family medicine, or a related ambulatory care setting preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills
• Experience working with diverse member populations across age groups
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to build trust with members quickly
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to Harbor Health's mission of transforming healthcare in Texas

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the day-to-day member experience and operational success of a Harbor Health clinic
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• An organization made of people who are passionate about changing the healthcare landscape
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• A transparent and unique culture

Company Overview

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.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

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.