What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant position at TLC Vascular?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. TLC Vascular of Houston is a physician-led private practice Vascular/Cardiology group with offices near Med Center and Red Oak.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong clinical background and be committed to providing high-quality patient care. As a Nurse Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating patients, collaborating with physicians, and ensuring comprehensive healthcare delivery.
Duties
· Conduct thorough diagnostic evaluations to assess patient health and medical history.
· Provide direct patient care, including physical examinations, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
· Manage patients in a hospital setting, ensuring adherence to best practices in hospital medicine.
· Utilize ICD-10 coding for accurate documentation and billing processes.
· Utilize eCW for electronic health records management and patient tracking.
· Provide specialized care for cardiac/vascular patients, including assessments and interventions as necessary.
Requirements
PA Requirements:
· Degree as a physician Assistant
· Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
· Background in pre-med preferred
· Cardiology PA experience, preferably in a clinical setting.
· Must hold and maintain a.) TX Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants License, b.) NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant.
· Valid DEA registration
· Must meet credentialing criteria for credentialing staff
NP Requirements:
· Master's Degree in nursing. Graduate of accredited program for nurse practitioners
· Compact state or Texas RN license
· Texas Advanced Practice Nurse license
· Cardiology NP experience, preferably in a clinical setting.
· Must hold and maintain National Certificate as a nurse practitioner in area of specialty under TX regulations: a.) NP-AACN, b.) NP-AANP, c.) NP-ANCC, or d). NP-PNCB
· Valid DEA registration
· Must meet credentialing criteria for credentialing staff
Join our team to make a difference in the lives of our patients while advancing your career as a Nurse Practitioner. We look forward to your application!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: DOE
Medical Specialty:
· Cardiology/Vascular
Ability to Relocate:
· Houston, TX 77030
Work Location: In person