Senior Advanced Practice Provider — Outpatient Behavioral Health

Parkland Health; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health in Dallas, TX seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) with strong leadership and teaching skills. You will provide high-quality patient care in designated primary or specialty areas, perform exams, order tests, and collaborate with supervising physicians.

Responsibilities include training APP students, maintaining current certifications, educating patients, and participating in QA/QI projects.

Qualifications

• Requires Physician Assistant license in Texas or APRN licensure with Texas Board of Nursing and applicable APRN certification.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from ACLS-provider programs (AHA/Red Cross/Military Training Network) is required.
• 3+ years of APP clinical experience, or 5+ years in any field as APP.

Responsibilities

• Perform histories, physical exams, assessments and plan of care within designated specialty. Ensure alignment with PHHS mission and protocols.
• Record and communicate patient information clearly; manage time and consult with supervising physicians as needed.
• Educate patients and families; arrange follow-ups and provide patient education materials; participate in community outreach when appropriate.
• Train and supervise APP students and contribute to resident and trainee education; act as a clinical resource for APP staff.
• Stay current with practice advances; participate in PHHS education activities and team learning.
• Collaborate with PHHS staff to maintain positive relationships and patient-centered care; ensure compliance with laws and program requirements.
• Identify work process improvements; participate in QA/QI projects and potential clinical research.
• Assist in developing annual department goals and participate in committees.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Patient-centred care

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in PA or ARC-PA accredited program

Master’s degree in nursing (APRN with CCNE/ACEN accreditation)

Job description

Parkland Health in Dallas, TX seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) with strong leadership and teaching skills. You will provide high-quality patient care in designated primary or specialty areas, perform exams, order tests, and collaborate with supervising physicians.

Responsibilities include training APP students, maintaining current certifications, educating patients, and participating in QA/QI projects.