Position DescriptionHarris County Public Health has earned the 2023 Best Place for Working Parents Business Designation.About Harris County Public Health:Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.* This is a Grant Funded position. *Position Overview:The Mid-Level Provider works under the supervision of the Community Health and Wellness Division (CHWD) Clinical Lead and medical oversight by the CHWD Supervising Physician. The Mid-level provider will function as a healthcare provider for patients receiving family planning services in our Clinical Health Services (CHS) division by way of the Family Planning and Healthy Texas Women grants. This position will work with the clinical team to create and maintain efficient, and patient-centered care. Also supporting the daily clinical operations while providing comprehensive public health services to all Harris County Public Health patients qualified to received family planning services.This position supports the Harris County Public Health Department (HCPH), and reports to the Clinical Health Services (CHS) Program Manager. This position will service the Sheldon clinic by providing comprehensive medical care.Job Duties & Responsibilities:* Provides direct patient care in accordance with the Texas Medical Board, Texas Board of Nurse Examiners, Nursing practice act, and Harris County Public Health (HCPH) procedures and protocols. Complies with US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) guidelines for treating/screening program-specific clients.* Completes and reviews health histories, performs physical examinations, and reviews and orders appropriate laboratory tests and immunizations.* Orders and monitors prescribed medication in accordance with Pharmacy D regulations.* Makes patient referrals for care to the clinic nurse, or community agencies, as appropriate.* Uses Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) expertise to serve as a mentor and resource person to all clinical staff.* Seeks to assure that policies and procedures are followed for care and operations.* Assists with training new clinical staff and the development of process improvement.* Attends and actively participates in clinical provider meetings, and all staff meetings.Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employerhttps://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspxIf you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.RequirementsEducation:* Master's degree as an Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or as an Advanced Practice Provider - Physician AssistantExperience:* At least one (1) year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in an out-patient clinical settingLicensure:* Valid Texas Driver's License* Licensed to practice in Texas as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA)* Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certified (AHA Approved)Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:* Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power-point, Outlook) and navigating EMRs* Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment.* Knowledge of current Center for Disease Control and Prevention and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) guidelines for -treating/screening various conditions.* Ability to organize material, prioritize job tasks, make reliable judgments, and draw conclusions from verbal discussions and written data.* Ability to draw conclusions from data, such as lab tests, to record this information accurately in patient's record, and to notify the Clinical -Lead or Supervising Physician when deviations occur.Core Competencies:Organizational Leadership* Understands the organizational mission* Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust* Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of othersCollaboration* Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission* Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group* Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needsInnovation* Ability to adapt to changeInterpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics* Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect* Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner.* Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses* Uses sound judgment* Self-motivated* Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivityCommunication* Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writingNOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.PreferencesLanguage:* Preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish)Licensure:* Preferred Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) CertifiedExperience:* Preferred Experience working in family planning medical clinicsGeneral InformationPosition Type, and Typical Hours of Work:* Full-Time* Monday - Friday | 8 am - 5:30 pm* Must be willing to flex hours when required, including weekends.* Able to travel within Harris County as needed.Work Environment:* This job operates in a professional clinic environment, community setting, and occupationally a medical mobile unit.* This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machinesPhysical Demands:* This role requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.Work Location:* 8540 C.E. King Parkway, Houston, TX 77044* Training would take place around HCPH clinics in Harris County Jurisdiction.Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.BENEFITSHarris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:* Medical Coverage* Dental Coverage* Vision Coverage* Wellness Plan* Life Insurance* Long-term disability* Employee Assistance Program* Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service* Accrual rates increase based on years of service* Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday* Professional development opportunities* Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan* Healthcare Reimbursement Account* 457 Deferred Compensation PlanThe following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:* Retirement Pension (TCDRS)* Flexible schedule (varies by department)* Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:https://benefitsathctx.com/01Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?* High School or GED diploma* Associate Degree* Bachelor's Degree* Master's Degree or higher* None of the above02If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major?* Nursing* Pre-Med* Other Related Field* Unrelated Field* N/A; No Degree03If you selected a master's degree in regards to the previous question(s), please select what best describes your verifiable education.* Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner* Advanced Practice Provider - Physician Assistant* I don't have any of these.04Please describe your educational background including level of education completed, area of study and completed major and minor programs.05Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in an out-patient clinical setting? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)]* Less than one (1) year* One (1) year or more* I do not have this experience06Please provide details about your verifiable experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in an out-patient clinical setting. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.]07Do you have a current Basic Life Support Certification?* Yes* No08Are you Licensed to practice in Texas as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA)?* Yes, I am currently Licensed to practice in Texas as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)* Yes, i am currently Licensed to practice in Texas as a Physician Assistant (PA)* No, I am not currently licensed.09Which of the following describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions: Advanced: A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data. Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons. Intermediate: A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel. Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons. Basic: A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup. Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simple presentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it. Entry Level: A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel. Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents. Has ability to change the font, the margins, insert or delete pages and use the built-in spellchecker and grammar check.* Advanced* Intermediate* Basic* Entry Level* Not proficient10Which of the following language(s) are you bilingual and fluent? Select all that apply:* English and Spanish* English and Vietnamese* English and Chinese* English and Arabic* English and Urdu* English and Tagalog* English and Other Language(s)* None of the Above11Are you Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certified?* Yes* No12Do you have experience working in family planning medical clinics?* Yes* No13This role requires a Valid Driver's License (Texas upon hire) Do you have a Valid Driver's License?* Yes, I have a Valid Texas Driver's License* Yes, I have a Valid Driver's License but understand I must obtain a Valid Texas Driver's License prior to start date* No, I'm not interestedRequired QuestionAgency Harris CountyAddress 1111 Fannin StSte. 600Houston, Texas, 77002Phone 713-274-5445Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx
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