Jobs in Hondo, TX

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides primary health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of clinic physicians. Responsible for diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients by completing medical histories, conducting physicals, establishing diagnosis through tests, and formulating treatment plans. Provides follow-up and health maintenance care of patients in accordance with protocols approved by a physician.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Successful Completion of an educational program for physician assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that committee's predecessor or successor entities is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is recommended. Must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws. Providers practicing in acute care environment must obtain AHA ACLS certification or advanced specialty equivalent as defined by the UMA Credentials Committee within 90 days of hire. Prescriptive authority is required. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Provides comprehensive family health care to a population that has multiple health care needs in the University Health network of community-based ambulatory care centers.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Must have completed training in an ACGME approved and accredited residency program.

Completion of residency program from the time of graduation from medical school in excess of the traditional time period for the practice specialty must be fully explained in writing.

All incumbents will be expected to be board certified in their specialty or be eligible for board certification.

Must obtain board certification in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws.

LICENSURE Must possess current license to practice medicine in the State of Texas.

Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws.

Providers practicing in acute care environment must obtain AHA ACLS certification or advanced specialty equivalent as defined by the UMA Credentials Committee within 90 days of hire.

Must maintain DEA number.

Must follow rules/regulations as set forth by the Texas Medical Board Medical Practice Act.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides comprehensive health care to a population that has multiple health care needs in the Detention Health Care setting of University Health.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Must have completed training in an ACGME-approved and accredited residency program. Completion of a residency program from the time of graduation from medical school, in excess of the traditional time period for the practice specialty, must be fully explained in writing. All incumbents will be expected to be board certified in their specialty or be eligible for board certification. Must obtain board certification in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws.

LICENSURE

Must possess a current license to practice medicine in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws. Providers practicing in an acute care environment must obtain AHA ACLS certification or advanced specialty equivalent as defined by the CMA Credentials Committee within 90 days of hire. Must maintain DEA and DPS numbers. Must follow rules/regulations as set forth by the Texas Medical Board Medical Practice Act

Position Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will provide comprehensive outpatient care to patients under the supervision and collaboration of interventional cardiologists. The APP will evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with cardiovascular disease, focusing on continuity of care before and after interventional procedures. This role emphasizes outpatient clinic management, coordination of patient care, and integration with inpatient and procedural services to optimize outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Conduct new patient consultations, follow-up visits, and post-procedure evaluations in the outpatient clinic.
• Perform focused histories, physical examinations, and order/interpret diagnostic test results (e.g., echocardiograms, stress testing, vascular studies, labs).
• Supervise cardiac stress tests (training provided if not experienced)
• Manage cardiovascular risk factors and chronic conditions (hypertension, hyperlipidemia, CAD, PAD, heart failure) under established protocols.
• Provide pre-procedure evaluation and education prior to interventional cardiology procedures.
• Deliver post-procedure follow-up, including medication adjustments, wound care, and complication monitoring.
• Collaborate with supervising physicians in the formulation and execution of treatment plans.

Care Coordination

• Facilitate seamless transitions of care between hospital, cath lab, and outpatient clinic.
• Communicate with referring physicians and primary care providers regarding patient progress and treatment plans.
• Assist with triage of referrals to the interventional cardiology clinic, prioritizing urgent cases (e.g., unstable angina, critical limb ischemia).
• Coordinate acquisition and review of outside medical records and imaging.

Education & Counseling

• Educate patients and families on disease processes, procedures, lifestyle modification, and medication adherence.
• Provide counseling on cardiovascular prevention and rehabilitation strategies.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides primary healthcare and performs selective medical services under the direction of specialty physicians. Responsible for diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients by completing medical histories, conducting physicals, establishing diagnosis through tests, and formulating treatment plans. Provides follow-up and health maintenance care of patients in accordance with protocols approved by a physician.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Successful completion of an educational program for physician assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that committee's predecessor or successor entities is required. One year of training in the appropriate specialty is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is recommended. Must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides primary health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of specialty physicians. Responsible for diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients by completing medical histories, conducting physicals, establishing diagnosis through tests, and formulating treatment plans. Provides follow-up and health maintenance care of patients in accordance with protocols approved by a physician.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Successful Completion of an educational program for physician assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that committee's predecessor or successor entities is required. One year of training in the appropriate specialty is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is recommended. Must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.