What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Matron position at Legacy Community Health?
About Legacy Community Health Legacy Community Health is a premium, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive care to community members regardless of their ability to pay. Our goal is to treat the entire patient while improving their overall wellness and quality of life, in addition to providing free pregnancy tests, HIV / AIDS screening. At Legacy, we empower patients to lead better lives by promoting healthy behaviors and offering resources such as literacy classes, family planning services, and nutrition and weight management information. Our roots began in 1981 as the Montrose Clinic, with specialization in HIV education, testing, and treatment. Since then, the agency has expanded to 50 clinics in Houston, one in Baytown, 3 in Beaumont, and one in Deer Park with extensive services that include : Adult primary care, HIV / AIDS care, pediatrics, OB / GYN and maternity, dental, vision and behavioral health. We also service students within KIPP and YES Prep schools. Legacy is committed to driving healthy change in our communities. Legacy Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. Be part of a true Legacy and enjoy a rewarding career by making a difference in the lives of so many patients at Legacy Community Health. Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying. Working at Legacy as a qualified FQHC, may qualify you for multiple loan repayment programs too! About the Position The Geriatric Medicine Nurse Practitioner will be working at a large FQHQ in a medically underserved community focusing mainly on senior patients. You will need to be comfortable treating adults during evaluation, treatment, and management. Although many patients will come to you with acute issues, you will also need to screen for all chronic diseases. Although you will have scheduled hours to work in the clinic, you will also need to be available for on-call services as required in addition to clinical or operations-related meetings that may take place after-hours. Benefits ~ Paid Malpractice (Occurrence Based)~ CME Reimbursement ~ CME Time ~ Generous Paid Time Off, Paid Company Holidays ~ Medical, Dental, Vision ~ Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account ~403b Retirement Plan ~ Disability ~$0 Copay when you see a Legacy Provider ~$0 Copay for all prescriptions filled at a Legacy Pharmacy ~ Travel Insurance, Pet Insurance ~ Qualified FQHC Loan Repayment and other programs paying up to $75k ~ Subsidized Gym Membership, and more! Requirements ~ Completion of a program with an accredited school ~ Current license from the Texas Board of Nursing or Texas Physician Assistant Board ~ Active DEA ~2 years of paid experience ~ Bilingual (Spanish-speaking), preferred
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Salary : $75,000
