Advanced Practice Provider

Job Title

Advanced Practice Provider

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Student Health Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.  Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values .

Who we are

Student Health Services is an accredited ambulatory health center that promotes and maintains the health of Aggies at Texas A&M University. Through education, disease and injury prevention, and primary and ancillary medical services, Student Health Services has dedicated staff who provide exceptional care for Aggies to be successful and healthy at Texas A&M University. To learn more about us, please visit our website: https://shs.tamu.edu .

What we want

Do you have the ability to apply modern techniques in the field of medicine, have a working knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy and possess efficient time management, prioritization skills and strong communication skills? If so, we’re looking for you to serve in our rewarding, Advanced Practice Provider position. You will be providing primary health care to the students at Texas A&M University, and as a member of this service-oriented team, you will act in accordance with relevant licensing boards and local, state, and federal laws regulating Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) as stated above. If this description appeals to you, then we invite you to apply to be considered for this great opportunity.

What you need to know

Cover Letter and Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload them on the application in the CV/Resume section.

COVID-19 information:  Texas A&M University monitors local, state and federally mandated health guidelines to keep students, employees, prospective employees, and visitors as safe as possible. For the latest information regarding Texas A&M’s COVID-19 response, please visit the University’s COVID-19 website . For COVID-19 employment-related information, please visit the Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness’ COVID-19 website .

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Required Education and Experience:

• Successful completion of an accredited educational program for Physician Assistants; or successful completion of an approved advanced practice nursing educational program at or beyond the master’s degree level.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to use and manage an electronic medical records (EMR) system.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

• Ability to apply modern techniques of medicine.

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Time management capabilities and prioritization skills.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Licensed in the State of Texas (or eligible to be licensed) as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner).

• Board certified or eligible to be board certified. Candidate must be licensed and board certified prior to start date.

• Ability to obtain DEA registration and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months of employment.

• Licensure/Certification(s) must be maintained for continued employment.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to exert moderate force and lift or move moderately heavy objects. This is a security-sensitive position.

• The individual in this position is required to handle Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined by HIPAA regulations.

• The individual is required to handle PHI in accordance with the A&M System policy and is further required to complete HIPAA training as a condition of employment, within a reasonable time frame after the individual’s employment, and on an as-needed basis thereafter. 

Preferred Experience:

• Two years of experience as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of ICD 10 and CPT billing and coding principles and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Provision of Care - Provides direct patient care. Orders and interprets diagnostic tests. Prescribes medications and treatments upon diagnosis of illness or injury under the direction of a physician and within the limitations of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant limitations. Recognizes the need for consultation and/or referral. Provides patient education regarding health maintenance and illness/injury prevention.

• EMR and Compliance - Maintains complete, accurate, and appropriate documentation of patient care in the electronic medical records system in a timely manner. Acts in accordance with all relevant licensing boards, local, state and federal laws regulating nurse practitioners or physician assistants. Participates in continuing medical education and in-service activities as required by state and national licensing/certification boards and by the department.

• Administrative - Serves on clinical committees as assigned. Participates in accreditation activities. Assists in preparation of patient educational materials.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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