Mental Health Advanced Practice Provider - Patient-Centered Care

CommUnityCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CommUnityCare in Austin, TX seeks an advanced practice provider to deliver patient-centered medical care in a team-based setting. You will perform comprehensive assessments, order diagnostics, diagnose and treat conditions, and coordinate with specialists as needed.

The role requires licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with current DEA and CPR/BLS. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential for working with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Directly affect improvements in patient well-being through accurate and timely diagnosis and delivery of high-quality medical care.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical assessment of patients.
• Order or execute tests and imaging to inform patient condition.
• Diagnose and treat diseases and refer to specialists as needed.
• Prescribe medications and therapies for treatment and prevention.
• Instruct patients and families regarding procedures, home care, and follow-up.

Skills

Relationship building

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Medical knowledge

Documentation/Charting

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Emergency management

Verbal & written communication

Policy compliance

PCMH experience

Integrated delivery

Education

Physician Assistant degree

Nurse Practitioner Master’s

Tools

EMR systems

Office software

Job description

CommUnityCare in Austin, TX seeks an advanced practice provider to deliver patient-centered medical care in a team-based setting. You will perform comprehensive assessments, order diagnostics, diagnose and treat conditions, and coordinate with specialists as needed.

The role requires licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with current DEA and CPR/BLS. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential for working with patients and families.