Jobs in Shenandoah, TX

Specialization: Acute Care

Job Summary:

ICC (Intensive Care Consortium) is seeking a PRN acute care nurse practitioner or physician assistant to join HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe hospital in Conroe, Texas. Qualified Candidates:

• Acute care certified NP or Physician Assistant with ICU experience preferred
• APP providers must be proficient with, and credentialed to perform routine Critical Care procedures including central and arterial line placement, intubations, dialysis catheter access, and management of mechanical ventilation.
• Ability to work PRN, 2-4 shifts per month
• Day shift, 12 hour shifts
• 1 MD and 1 APP on day shift

Incentive/Benefits Package:

• Competitive compensation, W2 Employment
• Expert practice management including privileging, provider enrollment, and billing and collections
• Occurrence based malpractice Insurance

About ICC Healthcare:

• ICC Healthcare employees over 650 providers in 60 programs with 6-8 new programs opening each year.
• We are part of the HCA Healthcare system of care. HCA owns and operates over 190 facilities in 20 states providing services to over 26 million patients annually.
• The success of the ICC intensivist program relies on strong team building strategies within the ICU, the hardwiring of best practice evidence base protocols, and streamlining the delivery of hospital wide critical care services.
• Our providers have the ability to impact change on a national scale through our association with HCA
• We believe work/life balance is an important and strive to help providers maintain this balance
• Unmatched growth and leadership opportunities

About HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe:

• HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe is a 342 licensed bed tertiary acute care hospital that has been serving the community for more than 80 years.
• Level II Trauma Center
• Level II NICU
• On-site 24/7 Neonate NPs/Neonatologists on call
• a NICU Transport Team available 24/7
• >1,400 deliveries/year
• On-site 24/7 Anesthesiology
• Primary Stroke Center
• An Accredited Chest Pain Center
• an impressive list of Pediatric Sub-specialists in the area
• da Vinci robot XI
• a dedicated Transport Center with a Helicopter

The desirable suburb of Conroe sits just forty miles away from Houston, the nation's fourth-largest city. The most diverse city in America has a lot to offer, including professional sports teams, the theater and museum districts, hundreds of clubs and live music venues. With its gigantic Galleria and more, Houston is a shopper's paradise. Houston's sunny climate makes it easy to enjoy the municipal parks, jogging paths, and bike trails. Piney woods, area lakes, Galveston Bay, and sunny Gulf Coast beaches are all less than an hour away. Families will appreciate the excellence of the area's public and private schools and availability of institutions of higher learning. Texas is a tort-reform state with no state income tax, making it an exceptional place to live and work.

At Houston Methodist, the Physician Assistant (PA) (ACLS) functions as an advanced practice practitioner, responsible for maintaining and promoting the health of the patient requiring care, practicing medicine under the supervision of a licensed physician. This position will provide diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical and preventative care, under the supervision of a physician. The PA (ACLS) position exams, diagnoses and decides treatment for patients, including analyzing and interpreting x-rays and lab results, writes prescriptions, takes patients' histories, provides surgical assistance, and orders various forms of therapy. This position may work in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently under the license of a physician or as part of a treatment team. The PA (ACLS) position affects direct patient care according to the Board of Physician Assistant Examiners in the State of Texas and Houston Methodist policies and procedures.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, inter-professional consultant, and patient advocate. Participates in rounding independently or with physicians/surgeons and attends interdisciplinary rounds, as appropriate, by specialty.
• Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication. May serve as first call for hospital staff. Serves as preceptor for Physician Assistant students and medical residents, as appropriate.
• Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability. Facilitates the promotion of teamwork. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement.
• Collaborates with inter-professional health care team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family's behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care between health care providers and other ancillary clinicians, as appropriate, under a physician license, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards.
• Collaborates quality health care with inter-professional team members to manage/coordinate patient care.
• Responds and is available timely to patient questions/issues that arise as triaged by clinical staff and provides assistance for emergencies, as needed.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs independent or delegated functions under physician license, such as diagnosis, use of prescriptive authority, and treatment according to practice guidelines, protocols, and/or standing orders.
• Reviews medications and test reports on patients, responds to critical test results, and advises on any corrective action based on the results.
• Conducts comprehensive health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge), identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, develops plan of care, initiates appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient populations. Performs quality and safe diagnostic, surgical and/or therapeutic procedures necessary for defined patient populations.
• Assists the inter-professional health care team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs accurate and timely documentation in medical records, including diagnosis and CPT coding.
• Implements department strategies to achieve financial target and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, and other areas according to department specifications. Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions to improve patient care or department operations such as the organization's quality metrics or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in department and/or hospital projects/activities or a hospital committee.
• Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree
• Graduate from accredited Physician Assistant program by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

WORK EXPERIENCE

• One year of clinical experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• 
  PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants AND
• PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) AND
• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND
• DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) within 6 months

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Use of critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Board of Physicians Assistants
• Accepts accountability for outcomes in healthcare
• Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components
• Ability to exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families
• Demonstrates proficient time management skills

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform No
• Scrubs Yes
• Business professional Yes
• Other (department approved) Yes

ON-CALL*

• Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call* Yes

TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist?s overall strategy to become one of the nation?s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Memorial Hermann, we?re about creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our employees. Our goal is to provide opportunities for our diverse employee population that develop and grow careers in a team-oriented environment focused on patient care. Every employee, at every level, begins their journey at Memorial Hermann learning about the history of the organization and its established culture built on trust and integrity. Our employees drive this culture, and we want you to be a part of it.

Job Summary

Responsible for providing comprehensive patient care congruent with role and approved population foci (Family/Individual across lifespan, Adult/Gerontology, Neonatal, Pediatrics, Women?s Health/Gender Related, Psychiatric Mental Health) through systemic assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, and follow up affecting direct patient care.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner / Advanced Practice Nurse

Education: Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner program approved by the State of Texas. Masters required. May encompass the following specialties: CRNA, CNM, CNS, CNP. May encompass the following specialties: CRNA, CNM, CNS, CNP

Licenses/Certifications:

• Licensed to practice professional nursing by the State of Texas
• Licensure by the State of Texas APRN and eligibility for full prescriptive authority by the State of Texas
• Certified by a recognized national certification by the State Board of Texas in area of population foci and/or additional specialty recognition beyond the APRN
• Eligibility for DEA licensure
• Basic Cardiac Life Certification or Advanced Cardiac Life Certification

Physician Assistant

Education: Graduate of a nationally accredited Physician Assistant program; Masters strongly preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Inc.
• Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners
• Eligibility for DEA licensure
• Basic Cardiac Life Certification or Advanced Cardiac Life Certification)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Two (2) years clinical experience preferred in area of intended practice
• First Assist and/or EVD experience preferred
• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of ?we advance health? through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

Principal Accountabilities

• Provides health promotion and the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patient problems which includes the use and prescription of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic intervention, assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process and across the health wellness-illness continuum as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, according to the age/needs of the patient population served.
• For prescriptive authority, APRN or PA acts under the delegation of a supervising physician, maintaining an active Prescriptive Authority agreement in accordance with regulations and policy.
• Practices within approved protocols, guidelines, and clinical pathways and evidence based medicine.
• Transitions between inpatient/outpatient.
• Directs and evaluates throughput; delegates or provides backup assistance including triage.
• Ability to float, round to multiple facilities and/or take call (first call).
• External Ventricular Drain (EVD) Insertion (Mischer Neurosciences only).
• Provides accurate billing, coding and documentation.
• Completes medical records and submit charges in a timely manner.
• Responsible for overall unit performance in collaboration with physicians or other providers.
• First Assist physicians in performing surgical procedures by providing support as needed.
• Obtains medical histories; performs physical examinations/ reviews/orders/interprets diagnostic tests and radiographic results; formulates and manages patient treatment plan and outcomes; provides interventions and performs procedures within legal cope and authority that the APRN or PA is approved, delegated to and credentialed to perform including but not limited to incision and drainage, pelvic exams, lesion removal/destruction, suturing, and casting/splinting.
• Collaborates in the development and evaluation of patient care. Updates clinical guidelines/protocols/pathways; works autonomously and accepts accountability for outcomes; signs orders in accordance with institution and state board requirements; collaborates in research and teaching projects and applies research to practice.
• Uses interpersonal and verbal communication skills to educate patient/family on care resources; participates in process improvement and multidisciplinary clinical outcome improvement activities utilizing advanced nursing expertise.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Description & Requirements OBGYN Outside of Houston TX StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $300000.00
- $340000.00 A mission-driven health system near Houston is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician to join their collegial team.

This full-scope position offers a balanced mix of outpatient, inpatient, surgical, and teaching responsibilities in a supportive environment.

New Gastroenterology Opportunity in one of the fastest growing suburbs of Houston.

Join a solo practiioner who just went out on his own, but is still part of a huge multi-specialty group.

They are all under the same umbrella.

Competitive compensation, salary plus productivity incentive, buy-in and partnership.

call 1:2.

solo practitioner just went out on his on, but is still part of the multi specilaity gr.

under same umbrella.

120 physicians in that grp.

(greater houston physicians) call 1:2 buy in, partnership competitive compensation.

mgma guildelines prob start around $250,000 plus productivity incentive cover tomball, woodlands and n.

houton see about 20 in clinic patients a day

Job Description Job Description At Houston Methodist, the Physician Assistant (PA) (ACLS) functions as an advanced practice practitioner, responsible for maintaining and promoting the health of the patient requiring care, practicing medicine under the supervision of a licensed physician.

This position will provide diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical and preventative care, under the supervision of a physician.

Immediate need for a Pulmonary-Critical Care Medicine physician to join a locum practice in Texas Coverage dates: ASAP
- Ongoing ICU coverage from 7 am ??? 7 pm.

May receive calls from night shift from Advanced Practice Professional.

Prefer board certified candidates and Pulmonary/CC trained physician.

Located near Conroe,TX If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please call or text MD Staff at (4

You can also reach us through email at .

Please reference Job ID # j-65015.

Description Specialization: Obstetrics and Gynecology Job Summary: An established practice is excited to add an OB Nocturnist to their team in Conroe, Texas.

x3 OBGYN generalists x3 Certified Nurse Midwives x15 hour shifts x2 night shifts/week No weekends Great back-up call system Strong operational teams to fully support your success as an OB Nocturnist Incentive/Benefits Package: Guaranteed Salary Employment (501.

Family Medicine MD/DO For Locums Coverage Near The Woodlands, TX A well established healthcare facility near The Woodlands, Texas, is seeking an IM/FM physician for locums position.

1 Day in September.

Provider will be cross-trained in Occupational Medicine including: Workers??? comp injury treatment/triage, Post-Offer/Pre-Employment Exams, Annual Employment Physicals and DOT Certification preferred, but not required.

If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please call or text HDA at 77

You can also reach us through email at .

Please reference Job ID j-16768.

Job Summary and Responsibilities Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages.

Manage acute and chronic illnesses, perform preventative care, and offer health education.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.

Maintain accurate and timely medical records.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Job Requirements Qualifications: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine.