Nephrology PA - Bay Area Impact & Growth

Optum; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 113,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in Houston, TX, Bay Area Campus, is seeking a Physician Assistant specializing in nephrology to work with the supervising physician in managing kidney-related conditions in the ambulatory setting.

You will apply evidence-based medical practices, educate patients, and manage inbasket messages, with timely responses to MKO questions. A Texas license, NP/PA certification, and ACLS/BCLS are required; nephrology experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Texas.
• Masters’ Degree in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC or AANPCP Certified for Family Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant NCCPA-Certified.
• DEA license.
• BCLS and ACLS certification.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• At least 1 year nephrology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage kidney-related conditions (CKD, AKI, electrolyte abnormalities) in ambulatory settings.
• Use evidence-based medical practices in patient care.
• Educate patients and manage inbasket messages; respond to MKO questions.
• Maintain an attitude of inquiry towards medical practices and outcomes.
• Adapt communication to patient population and obtain permissions as needed.
• Perform telephonic follow-ups and review ordered labs after discharge.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Nurse Practitioner degree

PA NCCPA certification

Tools

DEA license

ACLS

BCLS

Job description

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in Houston, TX, Bay Area Campus, is seeking a Physician Assistant specializing in nephrology to work with the supervising physician in managing kidney-related conditions in the ambulatory setting.

You will apply evidence-based medical practices, educate patients, and manage inbasket messages, with timely responses to MKO questions. A Texas license, NP/PA certification, and ACLS/BCLS are required; nephrology experience is preferred.