Advanced Practice Provider

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future. Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Position Description

Employees in this position are responsible for augmenting a supervising physician's data gathering abilities to reach decisions and institute patient care plans. Provides health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of a Physician.

Major/Essential Functions

• Provides obstetrical care to low and high-risk patients. Completes physical examinations, routine prenatal examinations and teaching, evaluation of disease processes, and referral to specialists as needed. Prescribes and/or issues medications and supplements as appropriate by protocol and certification.
• Provides routine well-woman and low-risk gynecological care, evaluation of disease processes, and referral to specialists as needed. Prescribes and/or issues medications and supplements as appropriate by protocol and certification.
• Records and reviews patient records via the electronic system.
• Completes charge sheet entries accurately and in a timely manner to facilitate charge reimbursement. Abides by billing and coding directives as provided by management.
• Provides education and counsel appropriate to the medical needs of the patient.
• Maintains current licensure and continuing medical education credits as required by Texas State Law.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from a Physician Assistant's training program approved by the Council on Allied Health Education Accreditation of the American Medical Association. Current Physician Assistant license in the State of Texas or ability to transfer license to Texas. Certification as a Physician Assistant as evidenced by passing the examinations given by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants.
• OR Graduation from an accredited school of nursing as a nurse practitioner from an approved certification program recognized by Texas Board of Nursing. Current R.N. license as approved by the Texas Board of Nursing or ability to transfer license to Texas. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner from an approved certification program as recognized by Texas Board of Nursing or ability to transfer certification to Texas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Nursing OR Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
• For Nurse Practitioners: National Nurse Practitioner Certification in Women's Health, Adult or Family and / or Certified Midwifery.
• Current DEA or ability to obtain (to prescribe controlled substances).
• 1+ year of experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in an OB/GYN or Women's Health clinic setting.
• Current NPI and / or PTAN number or ability to obtain (for HIPPA transactions/billing services).

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Pay

Pay Basis Monthly

Pay Grade Minimum $96,000.00

Pay Grade Maximum $120,000.00

Schedule

Shift Day

Job Type Full Time

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.