Bariatric Advanced Practice Provider | Patient Care Leader

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums

Generous time off

Longevity Pay

Retirement/pension plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

UTHealth Houston is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for the Bariatric Surgery division at our Bellaire Station location. The role supports patient care in a high-volume clinical setting and works under physician supervision to implement comprehensive treatment plans.

Typical duties include ordering tests, interpreting results, educating patients on nutrition and health promotion, and coordinating with the care team to optimize outcomes in a world-renowned institution.

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner license in Texas and APRN-NP certification.
• Physician Assistant license in Texas and PA credential.
• BLS certification required by department.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in clinic or hospital settings under physician supervision.
• Coordinate and direct patient care plans and educate patients.
• Order and interpret pertinent labs and diagnostic tests.
• Document treatment plans and outcomes in medical records.
• Collaborate with other clinicians and referral services to support recovery.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

APRN-NP

Physician Assistant

BLS Certified

Education

Nurse Practitioner degree

Physician Assistant Master’s degree

Tools

Medical instruments

Job description

UTHealth Houston is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for the Bariatric Surgery division at our Bellaire Station location. The role supports patient care in a high-volume clinical setting and works under physician supervision to implement comprehensive treatment plans.

Typical duties include ordering tests, interpreting results, educating patients on nutrition and health promotion, and coordinating with the care team to optimize outcomes in a world-renowned institution.