Advanced Practice Provider, Internal Medicine- Geriatrics

About the role

The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) seeks to improve the health, independence, and quality of life of older adults through excellence in clinical care, education, and research. The Division of Geriatrics focuses on comprehensive geriatric care across diverse settings, including ambulatory clinics, inpatient consult services, long-term care facilities, and the home environment through the Home-Based Primary Care Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services to geriatric patients in home and nursing facility settings, focusing on prevention, chronic disease management, and functional well-being.
• Perform individualized history and physical examinations for diverse populations inclusive of social determinants of health.
• Order and interpret diagnostic testing in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.
• Obtain laboratory testing-includes blood specimen draws, catheterization, flu swabs, and joint injections.
• Precepting and mentoring school of nursing and school of medicine students.
• Develop a comprehensive plan of care that encompasses evidence-based practice guidelines, practice protocols, Medicare, Medicaid, and other state and federal regulations.
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Provide appropriate education for current health diagnoses as well as anticipatory guidance for health promotion and disease prevention applicable to the individual's health and socioeconomic status.
• Maintain and monitor the plan of care for cost-effectiveness and the achievement of expected improvements, while openly seeking feedback from patients, significant others, colleagues, allied health, appropriate referrals, and collaborating physician to enhance quality outcomes.
• Work independently to full scope of practice in compliance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act with acknowledgement of collaborating physician availability for consultation and collaboration.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—including nursing, pharmacy, social work, and rehabilitation—for optimal care of older adults.
• Contribute to curriculum development, clinical skills training, and geriatric-focused academic programs.

Requirements

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program. Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) license in the State of Texas. National certification in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care, Family Practice, or related specialty.

Qualifications

• Completion of a graduate level (or higher) nurse practitioner program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Completion of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).

Skills

Experience providing primary care to geriatric or medically complex populations in home or long-term care settings. Experience in an academic medical center or teaching environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Benefits

Commensurate with experience.

Pay

Salary range is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Standard Employee Status, Day Shift.