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(Archived) Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, Advanced at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas

Last Updated: 2/28/23

Job Description

Requisition 202300048S

Position Title Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, Advanced (1 position to be filled)

FLSA status Exempt

Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 24. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf

Occupational Category Professional

Department Health Center

Division
Division of Student Affairs

Educational Requirements for the Position

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT:
Graduation from an approved Physician Assistant program (Bachelor’s degree) and current Licensure as a Physician Assistant from the Texas State Medical Board. Must have prescriptive rights. A minimum of two years of experience is required; experience in ambulatory care and care of patients 18-30 would be preferred. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

NURSE PRACTICIONER, ADVANCED:
Graduation (Master’s Degree) from an approved nursing school/university in advanced practitioner nursing, current RN Licensure from the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners, and registration with the Texas Board of Nurse Practitioners. Must have prescriptive rights. A minimum of two years of experience is required; experience in ambulatory care and care of patients 18-30 would be preferred. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Provides primary health care services on a college campus by evaluating, treating, and managing medical problems. The clinic also offers laboratory and pharmacy and is set up to provide minor procedural services.


Primary Responsibilities

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT:
Participates as a member of the clinical care team. Examines, evaluates, diagnoses and treats acute and chronic conditions in a concise and expeditious manner according to established protocol standards of care and physician oversight. Specifically, assesses, interprets, evaluates patient status and formulates and initiates a health care plan. Initiates patient communication and education as well as referral and urgent care. Consults with and provides guidance for nursing staff and ancillary employees. Performs other related duties as assigned.

NURSE PRACTITIONER, ADVANCED:
Participates as a member of the clinical care team. Examines, evaluates, diagnoses and treats acute and chronic conditions in a concise and expeditious manner according to established protocol standards of care and physician oversight. Assesses, interprets, and evaluates patient status and formulates and initiates a health care plan. Initiates patient communication and education as well as referral and urgent care. Consults with and provides guidance for nursing staff and ancillary employees. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Must be extremely adept in the ability to read, write, and speak effectively with medical staff, students, parents, other university departments, outside agencies, and visitors. Must be able to establish rapport with coworkers and patients. Must be able to effectively manage a schedule of a high volume of routine medical visits with proficient turn around time. Requires some physical stamina, due to a fast paced work environment with considerable standing, stooping, and walking to be expected. Careful attention is required to prevent injury to self or others.

Full Time

To apply please visit https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/33890

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

Company Details

Huntsville, Texas, United States
A Great Name in Texas Education! Named for Texas’s greatest hero, Sam Houston State University (SHSU) continually honors its historical roots through academic excellence. For more than 140 years, SHSU has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, “The measure of a Life is its Service,” resonates among its approximately 21,612 students, eight college...