Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Advanced Practice Provider-Psychiatry
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas, us, 79430
Overview
Extended Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider- Psychiatry 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. Requisition ID: 42193BR Travel Required: None Pay Grade Maximum: Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. Pay Grade Minimum: Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. Work Location: Abilene Job Type: Full Time Shift: Day EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Grant Funded?: No Grant/Contract details: See Pay Plan for additional information where applicable. Responsibilities
Assess patients to determine general mental health and prescribe treatment with input from treatment teams. Administer medication or other treatments as needed. Evaluate patients for common forensic issues such as civil commitment, decisional capacity, and compelled medication, and participate in related legal processes. Take regional call to ensure continuous psychiatric coverage across TTUHSC regions. Refer patients to medical specialists or practitioners for specialized treatment. Review, complete, and analyze patient records, including admission notes, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Make rounds on admitted patients when applicable. Provide clinical oversight to ensure all activities follow the unit’s treatment program and guidelines. Offer clinical consultation on diagnostic, treatment, or other clinical questions as they arise. Attend Treatment Team meetings regularly and other administrative or clinical committee meetings as needed. Work collaboratively as a responsible team member, adhering to institutional ethics and professional standards. Arrive on time for appointments and meetings, respect colleagues’ workspace and time, and maintain confidentiality. Maintain a professional, task-oriented demeanor and communicate respectfully and courteously. Follow the dress code and submit accurate and timely Web leave reports. Qualifications
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:
Graduation from a Physician Assistant's training program, or graduation from a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner's program. Prefer extra training in psychiatry. Prefer at least 3 years experience in a Correctional Health Care or inpatient setting. Department
Psych Outpatient East 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 and discounts.
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Extended Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider- Psychiatry 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. Requisition ID: 42193BR Travel Required: None Pay Grade Maximum: Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. Pay Grade Minimum: Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. Work Location: Abilene Job Type: Full Time Shift: Day EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Grant Funded?: No Grant/Contract details: See Pay Plan for additional information where applicable. Responsibilities
Assess patients to determine general mental health and prescribe treatment with input from treatment teams. Administer medication or other treatments as needed. Evaluate patients for common forensic issues such as civil commitment, decisional capacity, and compelled medication, and participate in related legal processes. Take regional call to ensure continuous psychiatric coverage across TTUHSC regions. Refer patients to medical specialists or practitioners for specialized treatment. Review, complete, and analyze patient records, including admission notes, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Make rounds on admitted patients when applicable. Provide clinical oversight to ensure all activities follow the unit’s treatment program and guidelines. Offer clinical consultation on diagnostic, treatment, or other clinical questions as they arise. Attend Treatment Team meetings regularly and other administrative or clinical committee meetings as needed. Work collaboratively as a responsible team member, adhering to institutional ethics and professional standards. Arrive on time for appointments and meetings, respect colleagues’ workspace and time, and maintain confidentiality. Maintain a professional, task-oriented demeanor and communicate respectfully and courteously. Follow the dress code and submit accurate and timely Web leave reports. Qualifications
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:
Graduation from a Physician Assistant's training program, or graduation from a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner's program. Prefer extra training in psychiatry. Prefer at least 3 years experience in a Correctional Health Care or inpatient setting. Department
Psych Outpatient East 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 and discounts.
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