What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in.We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) specialized in pulmonary medicine to join our team. The ideal candidate will manage and treat patients with a variety of pulmonary conditions, including chronic cough, bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), asthma, allergic rhinitis, vocal cord dysfunction, and bronchiectasis. The candidate will primarily conduct pulmonary clinics in community settings at UT and occasionally at the medical center, providing comprehensive care and coverage for other NPs or physicians as needed.The role primarily involves working in community clinics at UT, with some responsibilities at the medical center. Flexibility to cover for other clinicians as needed is essential.We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment where you can grow professionally while making a significant impact on the health and well-being of our pulmonary patients. If you are passionate about pulmonary medicine and dedicated to providing exceptional patient care, we invite you to applyOnce you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:* 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees* Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)* The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue!* Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)* Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...* Free financial and legal counseling* Free mental health counseling services* Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs* Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.* Resources for child and elder care* Plus many more!Position Location:UTHealth Houston Pediatrics Community Clinics at UT and Medical Center6410 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030Position Key Accountabilities:1. Conducts complex, standardized patient care procedures which require experience and specialized training which would otherwise be performed by a physician but which do not constitute the practice of medicine.2. Assesses patient's medical complaints and provides appropriate treatment.3. Assists in collecting patient histories, screens for tuberculosis, and provides guidance and preventative health to students.4. Performs physical examinations and provides episodic care or problem-oriented care under the supervision of a physician.5. Orders appropriate laboratory tests and interprets the laboratory data such as blood and urine samples.6. Monitors the treatment program of the patient to inform the attending physician of pertinent medical information.7. Provides guidance and instruction in preventive health care to patients.8. Provide counseling in various areas such as birth control and family planning.9. Assists physicians in formulating therapeutic decisions.10. Prepares chart documentation for review and counter signature by the physician.11. Prepares and cares for supplies and equipment.12. Responds to emergency situations.13. Performs other duties as assigned.Certification/Skills:Current Texas Licensure as a Physician AssistantCurrent Physician Assistant certification issued by the National Commission of Certification of Physician AssistantsBasic Life Support (BLS) CertifiedProficient in the use of medical and surgical instruments and equipment required by work.Minimum Education:Master's degree as Physician Assistant. Bachelor's degree as Physician Assistant with at least two years of professional experience in the role is acceptable based on terminal degree requirements at the time of graduation.Minimum Experience:NonePhysical Requirements:Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.Security Sensitive:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215Veteran Information:Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0963, 1976, 46Y1C, 46Y1H, 66B, 66C, 4A0X1, 46YX, 65D, 230X, PHA10, 42GX, 66P, 66R, 290X.For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs.Residency Requirement:Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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