Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner, Antoine

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About Harris County Public Health

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 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: 

The Mid-Level Provider works under the supervision of the Community Health and Wellness Division (CHWD) Clinical Lead and medical oversight by the CHWD Supervising Physician. The Mid-level provider will function as a healthcare provider for patients receiving family planning services in our Clinical Health Services (CHS) division by way of the HIV Prevention, Family Planning and Healthy Texas Women grants. This position will work with the clinical team to create and maintain efficient, and patient-centered care. Also supporting the daily clinical operations while providing comprehensive public health services to all Harris County Public Health patients qualified to received health services. This position will service the Riverside Health Clinic by providing comprehensive medical care to all patients served.  

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Provides direct patient care in accordance with the Texas Medical Board, Texas Board of Nurse Examiners, Nursing practice act, and Harris County Public Health (HCPH) procedures and protocols. Complies with US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) guidelines for treating/screening program-specific clients. 
• Completes and reviews health histories, performs physical examinations, and reviews and orders appropriate laboratory tests and immunizations. 
• Orders and monitors prescribed medication in accordance with Pharmacy D regulations.
• Makes referrals to other providers or agencies, as appropriate.
• Uses Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) expertise to serve as a mentor and resource person to all clinical staff.
• Seeks to assure that policies and procedures are followed.
• Assists with training new clinical staff.
• Attends and actively participates in clinical provider meetings.

Education:

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Licensure:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certified.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills & 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.
• 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

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

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Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work

• This is a full-time, grant-funded position. 
• Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday from 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

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