Physician Assistant / Psychiatry / Texas / Locum Tenens / Full-time Nurse Practi

Urgent Care in Hudson Oaks, TX seeks friendly, experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for full-time position in a fast paced clinic. Scheduled 24-38 hrs./wk, 12 hour shifts M-F (8am - 8pm), 8 hours on Sat. (9am - 5pm), 6 hours on Sunday (10am - 4pm), work 2 weekends per month. Malpractice will be reimbursed after 1 year of employment. No paid vacation, health insurance, sick leave or continuing Ed offered. The job description of a nurse practitioner includes conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab tests and overseeing patients? health. You?ll be both a health practitioner and an educator, supporting disease prevention practices and helping people lead healthy lives. You should have experience in one of the following Nurse Practitioner specialties: acute care, neonatal care, pediatrics, cardiology, family health, women?s health or psychiatry. Extensive clinical experience on primary care is vital. As a Nurse Practitioner, you?ll have to work closely with other healthcare professionals, so you should have a team spirit and a positive attitude. Patience, problem-solving skills and communication ability are important. If you?re dedicated to advancing your knowledge and clinical expertise through research and professional discourse, we?d like to meet you. Responsibilities Examine patients and their medical records Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.) Diagnose health conditions and illnesses Propose treatments for chronic and infectious diseases Prescribe medications Maintain accurate records and schedules Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications Educate patients and their family members on diseases, epidemics and prevention Oversee patients? overall health Promote good health practices Advance professional knowledge and conduct research Skills Proven experience as Nurse Practitioner in a clinic, hospital, ER or other setting Expertise in primary care, acute care and chronic care practices Knowledge of health and patient care regulations Excellent communication skills Strong ethics Team spirit with a positive attitude Patience and cool-headedness Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience Valid nurse practitioner license Master?s degree Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Work Location: In person