Mid Level Provider
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Harris 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. Position Overview: Under general supervision, the Mid-level Provider will provide comprehensive patient care, including assessments, medication management, and referrals, while ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines and regulations. Individuals in this role will be responsible for, mentoring clinical staff, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and engaging in professional development activities. The Mid-level Provider is expected to know current guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) for treating and screening various conditions. Job Duties & Responsibilities: Patient Care Responsibilities: Delivers direct patient care in alignment with the Texas Medical Board, Texas Board of Nurse Examiners, Nursing Practice Act, and Harris County Public Health (HCPH) procedures and protocols and follows the guidelines set by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) for treating and screening program-specific clients. Clinical Assessment and Documentation: Completes and reviews patient health histories, conducts physical examinations, and orders and assesses appropriate laboratory tests and immunizations. Medication Management: Prescribes and monitors medications in compliance with Pharmacy D regulations. Patient Referrals: Facilitates patient referrals for additional care to clinic teams or community agencies as needed. Staff Mentorship and Support: Utilizes Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) expertise to mentor and serve as a resource for all clinical staff. Policy and Quality Improvement: Ensures adherence to policies and procedures related to care and operations while engaging in quality improvement initiatives and contributing to the development of clinical guidelines and protocols. Training and Development: Assists with the training of new clinical staff and the enhancement of process improvements. Professional Engagement: Participates actively in clinical provider meetings, staff meetings, and continuing education opportunities. Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer style= color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0; text-align: center >If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) ###-#### or email ...@bmd.hctx.net Education: Master's degree as an Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or as an Advanced Practice Provider - Physician Assistant Experience: One (1) year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in an out-patient clinical setting Licensure: Licensed to practice in Texas as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certified Valid TX Driver's License Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and navigating Epic EMR Excellent communication skills (verbal & written) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment Ability to work with little supervision in a fast-paced environment and handle stressful situations Ability to effectively interact, communicate and work with people and patients of various cultural backgrounds Familiarity with domestic and overseas medical records Knowledge of current CDC and DSHS guidelines for treating/screening program specific clients 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 others Collaboration 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 needs Innovation Ability to adapt to change Interpersonal 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 productivity Communication Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing Written and verbal English competency Able to read and follow directions NOTE: 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. Experience: Experience working in family planning medical clinics Licensure: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certified Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish/Arabic/ or other language) Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work: Full Time | Regular Monday through Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Must be willing to flex work hours when required, including weekends. Able to travel within Harris County as needed. Work Environment: This job operates in a professional clinic environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Physical 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: Mobile Team Primary Reporting Address: 5815 Antoine Drive, Houston, TX 77091 Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.