Instructor - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine is seeking an Instructor – Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the Emergency Medicine division, located in Houston, TX. The role provides advanced patient care under physician supervision in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities include history taking, performing and interpreting diagnostic procedures, prescribing treatments, and maintaining accurate medical records. Licensure and certified qualifications vary by track (NP or PA) and PALS certification is

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing is required.
• Acute Care Certification (CPNP-AC) is required for Nurse Practitioners.
• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at graduation.
• PALS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.
• Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures as needed.
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts.

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

PALS certification

Job description

Instructor - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Job Title: Instructor - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Division: Emergency Medicine

Work Arrangement: Location: Houston, TX Salary Range: FLSA Status: Exempt Work Schedule:

Job Purpose

Provides advanced patient care to patients in a clinical setting in an area of specialization under the direction of a physician.

Job Duties

• Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.
• Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.
• Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.
• Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records.
• Provide follow‑up health maintenance care to patients in accordance with protocols established with the supervising physician.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care.
• Collaborates with providers, and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• For Nurse Practitioners: Master's degree in Nursing. Acute Care Certification (CPNP-AC) required.
• For Physician Assistants: Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies. NOTE:
• Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at the time of graduation.

Experience Required: None required, though preferred.

Certification/Licenses/Registration:

• For Nurse Practitioner: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN), and acute care certification (CPNP-AC) required.
• For Physician Assistant: Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board. Specialty certification as required by department.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Requisition ID: 26114

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient‑centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.