Inpatient Psychiatry Advanced Practice Provider – Day Shift

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 137,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, TX seeks an Advanced Practice Provider for inpatient psychiatry to augment a supervising physician's data gathering and to institute patient care plans under direction. The role includes prescribing treatment and performing rounds with the treatment team.

The position requires PA or NP credentials, Texas licensure, and relevant psychiatric experience. TTUHSC Montford Unit offers a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Physician Assistant training program.
• Current PA license in Texas or license transferability.
• Certification as a PA from NCCPA or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, examine patients to determine mental health needs and prescribe treatment with team input.
• Review and update patient records, admission notes, progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Conduct telepsychiatry clinics with outpatient units.
• Take in-house and regional calls on a rotation basis.
• Refer patients to medical specialists for specialized treatment.

Skills

PA license

NP certification

Texas license

Education

Physician Assistant Certification

RN license

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, TX seeks an Advanced Practice Provider for inpatient psychiatry to augment a supervising physician's data gathering and to institute patient care plans under direction. The role includes prescribing treatment and performing rounds with the treatment team.

The position requires PA or NP credentials, Texas licensure, and relevant psychiatric experience. TTUHSC Montford Unit offers a collaborative, mission-driven environment.