(APP) Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Onion Creek - xpress Care

Harbor Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Harbor Health seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our multi-specialty Express Care team at Onion Creek in Austin, TX. You’ll lead clinical care, evaluate acute conditions, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver efficient, evidence-based treatment.

The role requires Texas NP/PA licensure, board certification, and DEA prescriptive authority, with 1–2 years in urgent care or related ambulatory settings.

Qualifications

• Texas NP/PA licensure required.
• Board certification (AANP, ANCC, NCCPA or equivalent).
• DEA license and prescriptive authority in Texas.
• 1–2 years in urgent care, emergency medicine, family medicine, or related ambulatory care setting preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning.
• Experience with diverse member populations.
• Proficiency with EHR systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to Harbor Health's mission in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute, urgent, and episodic conditions in Express Care.
• Obtain comprehensive histories and perform physicals.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications within scope of practice.
• Educate members and families on diagnoses and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with Harbor Health care team for referrals and care continuity.
• Document encounters accurately in the EHR.
• Adhere to regulatory and credentialing requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and member safety.

Skills

Texas licensure (NP/PA)

Board certification

DEA license

Urgent care experience

EHR proficiency

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Mission-driven

Job description

Position Overview

Harbor Health is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our multi-specialty clinic group at our Onion Creek 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, please bring your talents to our team!

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.