Convenient Urgent Care is Hiring a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Near Houston, TX
Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a Full Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to become a part of our Urgent Care team. To provide high quality care of all patients and assist in directing staff in the support of the care of our patients.
Requirements:
Bilingual-Spanish Required
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
NP/PA Certification and TX licensure are required
The employee shall meet the requirements of the Texas Board of Medical Examiners; and be licensed to practice medicine without restrictions within the State of Texas
Licensure must be unencumbered, free of any open/unresolved disciplinary actions including probation or restrictions against privilege to practice
Current DEA certification
Current CPR certification required
Must be computer literate with ability to enter information in the Convenient Urgent Care Clinic EMR system and compile reports or data as requested
Must be able to meet and maintain current credentialing and privileging requirements
Valid Texas Driver’s License
Willingness to work Weekends
2-3 Experience Required (Minimum)
10.5 HR Shifts
Responsibilities:
Diagnose and treat acute, episodic or chronic illnesses
Prescribe all necessary medications and treatments
Perform comprehensive physical examinations of patients
Develop and implement patient management policies and procedures
Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities
Communicate with collaborating physician or specialist regarding patient care
Assists Medical Director in developing clinical practice guidelines
Ability to follow Clinical practice guidelines – including adhering to the immunization policy and the Convenient Urgent Care Management Compliance Policy
Qualifications:
Previous experience in nursing or other medical fields
Ability to build rapport with patients
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong leadership qualities
Experience working in Urgent Care Setting
Experience with Medical Procedures: Laceration Repair, Stitches/Sutures/Staples, Incision and Drainage, Subugual Hemotoma, Ingrown Toenail Removal, Splint/Casting, Aspiration Procedures, Trigger Point Injection