Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant – RPO Physician Partners

Job Description

Job Description Job Description 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 Under the guidance of the supervising physician: – 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.