Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant – RPO Physician Partners

RPO PHYSICIAN PARTNERS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

RPO Physician Partners – The Office of Dr. Stacey Jones in Houston, TX seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to deliver comprehensive outpatient care in collaboration with physicians and a multidisciplinary team.

The NP/PA will conduct exams, order diagnostics, develop treatment plans, and educate patients and families. The role emphasizes high-quality, patient-centered care, chronic disease management, and continuous education within Texas state regulations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from NP/PA program.
• Current and valid state NP/PA licensure.
• National board certification (AANP/ANCC for NP; NCCPA for PA).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough patient assessments, including obtaining medical histories and conducting physical examinations.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and make clinical decisions based on findings.
• Develop and implement treatment plans, prescribe medications, and manage patient therapies per guidelines.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare team members to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families on health conditions, treatment options, and preventive care.
• Conduct follow-up visits to monitor progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Document patient encounters, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes in the EMR system.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to continuous care delivery improvements.
• Stay updated on best practices, protocols, and guidelines through continuing education.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in NP or PA program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant – Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

Reports To: Physician

Department: RPO Physician Partners – The Office of Dr. Stacey Jones

Location: 509 W Tidwell Road, Suite 100, Houston, TX 77091

Position Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) – provides comprehensive healthcare services in collaboration with the physician and multidisciplinary team. The APP will deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, performing diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services. This role emphasizes patient education, wellness promotion, and chronic disease management, and operates within the scope of the NP/PA license under Texas state and federal regulations.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform thorough patient assessments, including obtaining medical histories and conducting physical examinations.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests (e.g., laboratory tests, imaging) and make clinical decisions based on findings.
• Develop and implement treatment plans, prescribe medications, and manage patient therapies in accordance with evidence-based guidelines.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare team members to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment options, and preventive care.
• Conduct follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary.
• Document patient encounters, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the continuous improvement of care delivery.
• Stay updated on best practices, protocols, and guidelines in the healthcare field through continuing education.

Scope of Work

• The APP will provide care in an outpatient setting.
• Care will encompass acute and chronic conditions, preventive health, and health maintenance.
• Procedures within the APP’s scope of practice will be performed as needed (e.g., suturing, wound care, joint injections).
• Act as a resource for nursing staff and other clinical team members on clinical management and education.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) program.
• Current and valid state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• National board certification (AANP, ANCC for NP; NCCPA for PA).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a healthcare team.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of clinical experience in a relevant medical specialty (e.g., primary care, cardiology, orthopedics, etc.). Clinical outpatient experience preferred.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Fluency in Spanish preferred (but not required).

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications required for this role and is subject to change based on the healthcare organization's needs and state regulations.