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MD Anderson Cancer Center

<div>The Patient Care Technician position on the G11 Hospital Internal Medicine Unit at MD Anderson Cancer Center provides patient care services as assigned by a registered nurse, and directly impacts patient comfort and outcome of care. 
 
Ideal candidate must have a high school diploma and either one year of recent experience in an acute care setting as a Nursing Assistant or a CNA certification. 
 
The department has both shifts available; 3/12 hour shifts, 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am with rotating weekends and holidays. 
 
A 30-bed inpatient unit providing care to adult medical oncology inpatients with a diagnosis of solid tumor malignancies; primary services include genitourinary, breast, and internal medicine. Patients require nursing interventions for the management of chronic and acute disease related symptoms, pain control, treatment related side effects; chemotherapy and biotherapy administration: patient and family teaching. 
 
Hourly breakdown of salary range: 
Minimum $17.55 - Midpoint $21.88 - Maximum $26.20 
 
MD Anderson offers our employees: 
<ul><li>Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week</li><li>Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&amp;D and Disability coverage</li><li>Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals</li><li>Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs</li><li>Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service</li><li>Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans</li><li>Employer paid life, AD&amp;D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program</li><li>Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts</li><li>Fertility benefits</li><li>State of Texas longevity pay</li><li>Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups</li></ul> 
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked the nation's top hospital for cancer care by U.S. News &amp; World Report's &quot;Best Hospitals.&quot; MD Anderson's mission is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation and the world through exceptional programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention. Our mission also includes education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public. 
 
Essential Job Functions: 
<ul><li>Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team to identify and address patient care needs.</li><li>Assist patients with activities of daily living, mobilization, admission/discharge processes, and obtaining vital signs.</li><li>Update and retrieve patient information accurately.</li><li>Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly patient environment.</li><li>Function as part of an assigned care team to support coordinated patient care.</li></ul> 

EDUCATION 
<ul><li>
Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent</li></ul> 

WORK EXPERIENCE 
<ul><li>
Required: None</li><li>
Preferred: At least one year of Healthcare experience</li></ul> 

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
<ul><li>
Preferred: CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant Upon Hire</li></ul> 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
 
 
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. 
 
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. 
 
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html 
 
Additional Information
 
<ul><li>Requisition ID: 180598
</li><li>Employment Status: Full-Time
</li><li>Employee Status: Regular
</li><li>Work Week: Days
</li><li>Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 38,000
</li><li>Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 47,500
</li><li>Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 57,000
</li><li>FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
</li><li>Fund Type: Hard
</li><li>Work Location: Onsite
</li><li>Pivotal Position: No
</li><li>Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
</li><li>Relocation Assistance Available?: No
</li></ul> 
#LI-Onsite</div>

Patient Care Technician - Hospital Medicine Unit

Rain Global

OverviewWe are focused on what matters most to patients. Their goals and preferences are the drivers of the Gadzoom model of care. Our approach to continuous, integrated post-acute care results in improved patient independence, stronger outcomes, and more efficient delivery of care across skilled nursing facilities.Being a provider at Gadzoom means more than showing up&mdash;it means showing up together.We are seeking a highly qualified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to support our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) partners and their patient populations. This role is primarily focused on delivering high-quality post-acute and long-term care within SNF settings.This position offers flexibility in scheduling (full-time or part-time depending on candidate availability) and opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding physician-led organization.This role may serve patients in Houston, TX. Ideal candidates will reside in or be able to reliably commute to assigned facilities.Compensation<ul><li>$18 per RVU</li><li>Approximately 2.7 RVUs per patient encounter</li><li>Effective rate: approximately $48.60 per patient encounter</li><li>Production-based model with strong earning potential based on patient volume and efficiency</li></ul>Candidate QualificationsRequired<ul><li>Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)</li><li>Licensed or eligible for unrestricted licensure in the state</li><li>Ability to work independently in skilled nursing facility settings</li><li>Strong clinical judgment and professionalism</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Minimum 1 year of post-acute care, SNF, or long-term care experience</li><li>Experience managing geriatric or medically complex patients</li><li>Strong documentation and EMR proficiency</li></ul>Candidate Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive medical care to patients in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs)</li><li>Perform clinical assessments and manage acute and chronic conditions</li><li>Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, facility leadership, and interdisciplinary teams</li><li>Order and interpret diagnostic tests as appropriate</li><li>Perform procedures within scope and credentialing</li><li>Complete accurate and timely documentation, including progress notes, admission, and transfer orders</li><li>Ensure compliance with SNF regulations and quality standards</li><li>Educate patients and families on disease processes and treatment plans</li><li>Support continuity of care across transitions within the post-acute setting</li></ul>What We Are Looking ForClinical OwnershipYou are confident managing patients in a high-acuity SNF environment and take responsibility for outcomes.Strong CommunicationYou build trust with patients, families, nursing staff, and facility leadership.AdaptabilityYou are comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving care model where priorities may shift.Detail-Oriented ExecutionYou ensure documentation is accurate, timely, and clinically sound.Team MindsetYou collaborate effectively and contribute to a shared care model with physicians and APP colleagues.Benefits (Full-Time Employees)<ul><li>Health insurance</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li><li>Flexible scheduling options</li><li>Continuing education reimbursement</li><li>Liability insurance covered by company</li><li>Opportunities for career growth and leadership development</li></ul>Work Environment<ul><li>In-person role within Skilled Nursing Facilities</li><li>Flexible scheduling (full-time or part-time options available)</li><li>Supportive, physician-led clinical model</li><li>Autonomy within structured care pathways</li></ul>Why Gadzoom Health?Gadzoom Health is a physician-led organization focused on redefining post-acute care delivery. We partner closely with skilled nursing facilities to improve outcomes, enhance patient experience, and support providers with a strong, structured clinical model.We value autonomy, accountability, and continuous improvement. Our providers are empowered to make meaningful clinical decisions while being supported by a collaborative team.We are building a scalable SNF care model across Texas&mdash;and looking for providers who want to grow with us.How to ApplyPlease send your resume and CV to: shin@rainglobal.comJob Type: Full-timePay: $107,000.00 - $214,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Houston Methodist

<div>At Houston Methodist, the Medical Assistant Novice II position is responsible for assisting in the delivery of health care and patient care management for the physician practice under the guidance of a Sr. Medical Assistant or Clinical Coordinator. This position will include actively participating and supporting primary clinical teams. The Medical Assistant Novice II position will work with and receive supervision from the physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and RN's. This position is responsible for assigned non-nursing functions. The Medical Assistant Novice II position practices Patient and Family Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
<div>FLSA STATUS 
Non-exempt 
 
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
Completion of one year in Novice I program or a Medical Assistant Externship program
</li><li>Health care experience preferred
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT and</li><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)
</li></ul> 
SKILLS AND ABILITIES<ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
</li><li>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
</li><li>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
</li><li>Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
</li><li>Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records
</li><li>Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures; ability to use good reasoning and judgment
</li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, co-workers and the public; ability to work with peers in a team situation
</li><li>Provide safe patient centered, compassionate and competent care, ability to obtain vital signs
</li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
 
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Provides follow-up contact with patient, as appropriate, to ensure compliance with recommendations-medications, lab/x-ray, specialist visits, PCP visits, dieticians, CDE, etc.
</li><li>After visit, reviews summary with patients, when appropriate; develops a workflow to ensure smooth transition of care for patients.
</li><li>Collaborate with the patients, physicians and other care team members assessing the patients&rsquo; progress toward individual health care goals.
</li><li>Seeks guidance from interprofessional health care team, when needed, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes. Follows channels of communication for effective problem solving.
</li></ul> 
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Prepares patients for examination and treatment by escorting them from the waiting area to the exam room.
</li><li>Provides care to patients assigned within department, defined limits. Anticipate the needs of the specific patient population.
</li><li>Obtains and documents vital signs, chief complaints, medication reviews, medical and social history.
</li><li>Educates patients about self-management tasks they can undertake to gain greater control of their health status.
</li><li>Applies expected behaviors and actions which contributes to department score for patient satisfaction.
</li></ul> 
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Complete pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation.
</li><li>Assists with care coordination with hospital, ER, consulting physicians and/or community resources, when appropriate, to including handling of triage patient calls.
</li><li>Prepares, cleans and maintains exam and treatment rooms. Assists with maintaining, cleaning, and stocking of equipment and supplies as established in assigned department.
</li></ul> 
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Assist with patient care in the health care continuum to achieve optimum outcomes in a safe and cost-effective manner.
</li><li>Manages time effectively and prioritizes daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime, seeking assistance as appropriate. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
</li></ul> 
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Participate in professional development activities. Completes and updates My Development plan (MDP) on an on-going basis. 
<ul><li>
</li></ul> 
 
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
<ul>
WORK ATTIRE<li><ul><li>
Uniform: Yes
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: No
</li><li>Other (department approved): Yes
</li></ul></li> 
ON-CALL* 
<li><ul><li>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* No
</li></ul></li> 
TRAVEL** 
**Travel specifications may vary by department**<li><ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
</li></ul></li></ul></div>QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
Completion of one year in Novice I program or a Medical Assistant Externship program
</li><li>Health care experience preferred
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT and</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
</li></ul>Preferred
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA) 
<ul><li>
</li></ul> 
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist&rsquo;s overall strategy to become one of the nation&rsquo;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.</div>

Medical Assistant Novice II- Neurosurgery (Katy/West Houston)

<div>At Houston Methodist, the Manager Advance Practice Provider position is responsible for quality, functional excellence and contribution of the department's output to the accomplishment of strategic and operational objectives of Houston Methodist (HM). This position provides strategic direction for nursing and business operations consistent with the company's mission and values. The Manager NP/PA position serves as liaison to the Medical Staff, Hospital Leadership Team, Administration and Nursing Leadership as well as functions as a clinical NP/PA maintaining a patient assignment, as appropriate, credentialed as an NP or PA through the HM Medical Staff services.
 
 
The manager position responsibilities include managing the daily work activities of the work unit/department staff, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence and efficiency while assisting management in accomplishing strategic and operational objectives. In addition, this position provides guidance to staff and is responsible for staffing, budget compliance, contributing to staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and assisting in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also implements training, monitoring and operations initiatives that assure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/regulatory/government regulations.
<div>FLSA STATUS 
Exempt 
 
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree from accredited Physician Assistant program by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
Five years clinical experience of which includes three years as a Physician Assistant
</li><li>Supervisory experience strongly preferred
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and</li><li>
PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV and</li><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li><li>
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li><li>
DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV
</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA) within 6 months and</li><li>
FCCS - Fundamental Critical Care Support (SCCM) within 6 months
</li></ul> 
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES<ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
</li><li>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
</li><li>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
</li><li>Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one&rsquo;s intentions and those of the organization
</li><li>Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one&rsquo;s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved
</li><li>Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills
</li><li>Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences
</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment
</li>Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
 
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Performs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees in NP/PA department. Provides continuous employee assessment, development and mentoring of staff. Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover. Develops direct reports to perform these same functions.
</li><li>Provides leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees at designated intervals and as required, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.
</li><li>Facilitates the promotion of teamwork within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed. Establishes and maintains open communication channels with other departments, units, and physician groups. Responds to employee, patient and physician concerns, taking appropriate action and channeling concerns according to appropriate procedures. Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one&rsquo;s area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals.
</li><li>Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators: action readiness score, tier level.
</li></ul> 
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Plans and organizes day-to-day NP/PA department operations, schedule and activities. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction.
</li><li>Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the NP/PA department, disseminating necessary information to staff.
</li><li>Assesses the need for NP/PA staff development programs, and assists with development, implementation and evaluation of programs.
</li><li>Provides collaboration and cooperation with other Houston Methodist (HM) hospitals regarding HM initiatives and implementation of NP/PA services.
</li></ul> 
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Ensures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the NP/PA department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines, including infection control principles. Monitors and confirms staff maintain their required credentials that demonstrate competency per accrediting agency or department guidelines as applicable.
</li><li>Uses and optimizes information systems to enhance operations; supports entity-specific performance improvement and data management/analysis functions.
</li><li>Provides safe and effective care, including benchmarking for NP/PA practice, by leading and initiating areas for improvement in patient care or unit operations, outcome, quality and patient safety improvement activities in alignment with organizational goals, i.e. LOS, CLABSI/CAUTI rates/goals, etc. Integrates, modifies, and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols by overseeing unit projects, shared governance activities or interprofessional team activities.
</li><li>Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes by monitoring and improving the department workflow, using peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and/or adverse events immediately and identifying solutions via collaboration. Adopts lean principles in driving process improvements. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety.
</li><li>Monitors self and employee compliance to policies, procedures, and System HR Standards of Practice and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., focal point review requirements, disaster plan, inservices, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.).
</li><li>Responsible for outcome metrics and patient satisfaction scores for all service lines on department scorecard.
</li></ul> 
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Assists in the development of department budget and ensures that the department operates in a cost effective manner. Manages/audits department expenses within approved budget parameters, ensuring that the NP/PA department meets the budgeted/flex revenue and/or expense targets on a monthly and annual basis. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet department/patient care needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.
</li><li>Creates, monitors and implements department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, developing others to do the same, through optimizing productivity, timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications.
</li><li>Allocates resources based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills; creates and manages unit plans for resource utilization and capital needs. Identifies and implements cost savings or revenue opportunities.
</li></ul> 
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Identifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department operations or other department-specific measures by leading unit projects and/or other department/system directed shared governance activities. Supports change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.
</li><li>Provides visionary leadership for NP/PA Programs with development of new programs. Proactively evaluates processes; recommends and implements action plan(s) for change. Participates in the development and implementation of new procedures and the review and revision of existing procedures.
</li><li>Ensures staff conduct quality health care by initiating, applying and presenting research in collaboration with the Education Department, Research and Evidenced Based Practice Council, nursing, physician assistant or medical schools as appropriate. Conducts conversations with staff on their development and IDP. Contributes to professional practice standards at hospital/regional/national level.
</li><li>Provides leadership as clinical resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate by serving as an instructor in continuing education, formal program, or expert consultation. Identifies leadership opportunities for professional growth of staff; coaches/mentors individuals to accomplishment of goals. Identifies, plans, and implements education for the unit and service line in collaboration with team members and NP/PA service leadership.
</li>Seeks opportunities to identify developmental needs of self and staff and takes appropriate action, ensuring staff are meeting evidence-based guidelines. Conducts own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Actively seeks out and participates in publishing opportunities. Contributes to professional practice standards at hospital/regional/national level. Maintains personal professional development through organization membership, attendance at workshops and other educational programs, to ensure awareness of current developments and trends in NP/PA practice. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis. 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
<ul>
WORK ATTIRE<li><ul><li>
Uniform: No
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: Yes
</li><li>Other (department approved): Yes
</li></ul></li> 
ON-CALL* 
<li><ul><li>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* Yes
</li></ul></li> 
TRAVEL** 
**Travel specifications may vary by department**<li><ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
</li></ul></li></ul></div>QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree from accredited Physician Assistant program by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
Five years clinical experience of which includes three years as a Physician Assistant
</li><li>Supervisory experience strongly preferred
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and</li>
<li>PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV and</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li>
<li>ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li>
<li>DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV
</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA) within 6 months and</li>
FCCS - Fundamental Critical Care Support (SCCM) within 6 months 
<li>
</li></ul> 
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist&rsquo;s overall strategy to become one of the nation&rsquo;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.</div>

Manager Advanced Practice Provider Physician Assistant - Rad/Onc (Medical Center)

<div>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.
<div>
FLSA STATUS 
Exempt 
 
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</li><li>
Graduate from accredited Physician Assistant program by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
One year of clinical experience</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants and</li><li>
PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV and</li><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li><li>
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li><li>
DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months</li></ul> 
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES<ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li><li>
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</li><li>
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</li><li>
Use of critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Board of Physicians Assistants</li><li>
Accepts accountability for outcomes in healthcare</li><li>
Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care</li><li>
Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components</li><li>
Ability to exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families</li><li>
Demonstrates proficient time management skills</li></ul> 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
 
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
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.</li><li>
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.</li><li>
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.</li><li>
Collaborates with inter-professional health care team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family&rsquo;s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns.</li></ul> 
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
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.</li><li>
Collaborates quality health care with inter-professional team members to manage/coordinate patient care.</li><li>
Responds and is available timely to patient questions/issues that arise as triaged by clinical staff and provides assistance for emergencies, as needed.</li></ul> 
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
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.</li><li>
Reviews medications and test reports on patients, responds to critical test results, and advises on any corrective action based on the results.</li><li>
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.</li><li>
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.</li></ul> 
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Performs accurate and timely documentation in medical records, including diagnosis and CPT coding.</li><li>
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.</li></ul> 
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions to improve patient care or department operations such as the organization&rsquo;s quality metrics or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in department and/or hospital projects/activities or a hospital committee.</li><li>
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.</li></ul> 
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>
WORK ATTIRE<ul><li>
Uniform: No</li><li>
Scrubs: Yes</li><li>
Business professional: Yes</li><li>
Other (department approved): Yes</li></ul></li><li><div> 
ON-CALL* 
<ul><li>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</li></ul></div><ul><li>
On Call* Yes</li></ul></li><li> 
TRAVEL** 
**Travel specifications may vary by department**<ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li><li>
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li></ul></li></ul></div>
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</li><li>
Graduate from accredited Physician Assistant program by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
One year of clinical experience</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants and</li><li>
PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV and</li><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li><li>
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li><li>
DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months</li></ul> 
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist&rsquo;s overall strategy to become one of the nation&rsquo;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.</div>

Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery (Medical Center)

<div>The Patient Care Technician on the G16 Leukemia unit at MD Anderson Cancer Center provides patient care services as assigned by a registered nurse and directly impacts patient comfort and outcome of care. 
 
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a CNA certification and at least one year of patient care experience. The candidate must be available to work a combination of two 12-hour shifts and two-eight hour shifts each week, with rotating weekends and holidays. Evening/Night shift from 7:00pm - 7:00am, 3:00pm - 11:00pm, and 11:00pm - 7:00am. 
 
G16 Leukemia is a specialized inpatient unit providing comprehensive care for patients with hematologic malignancies, including leukemia. Hematology patients are hospitalized for supportive care during active, aggressive high-dose chemotherapy/biotherapy and cellular therapy through a wide range of morbidity related symptoms, as well as re-hospitalization for treatment side effects. Leukemia care includes diagnosis, induction, consolidation, maintenance chemotherapy and symptom management, as well as salvage therapies for relapsed disease.
 
 
Hourly breakdown of salary range: 
Minimum $18.27 - Midpoint $22.84 - Maximum $27.40 
 
MD Anderson offers our employees: 
<ul><li>Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week</li><li>Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&amp;D and Disability coverage</li><li>Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals</li><li>Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs</li><li>Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service</li><li>Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans</li><li>Employer paid life, AD&amp;D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program</li><li>Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts</li><li>Fertility benefits</li><li>State of Texas longevity pay</li><li>Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups</li></ul> 
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked the nation's top hospital for cancer care by U.S. News &amp; World Report's &quot;Best Hospitals.&quot; MD Anderson's mission is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation and the world through exceptional programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention. Our mission also includes education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public. 
 
Essential Job Functions: 
<ul><li>Provides patient care services as assigned by a registered nurse.
</li><li>Impacts patient comfort and outcome of care.
</li><li>Acts as member of a multidisciplinary team that identifies and addresses patient care needs.</li><li>Assists in completion of activities of daily living, mobilization, admit/discharge and obtaining vital signs.</li><li>Updates and retrieves patient information.</li><li>Ensures patient environment is maintained in a clean, safe and orderly manner.</li><li>Acts as part of an assigned care team.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent. 
Education Preferred: None. 
Experience Required: None 
Experience Preferred: One year experience in an acute care hospital setting as a Nursing Assistant. 
Licensure/Certification Required: None. 
Licensure/Certification Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). 
Other Required: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources. Refer to the Position Description for specific ADA requirements, and working conditions. 
 
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. 
 
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. 
 
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html 
 
Additional Information
 
<ul><li>Requisition ID: 181132
</li><li>Employment Status: Full-Time
</li><li>Employee Status: Regular
</li><li>Work Week: Evening/Night, Rotating, Weekends
</li><li>Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 38,000
</li><li>Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 47,500
</li><li>Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 57,000
</li><li>FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
</li><li>Fund Type: Hard
</li><li>Work Location: Onsite
</li><li>Pivotal Position: Yes
</li><li>Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
</li><li>Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
</li></ul> 
#LI-Onsite</div>

Patient Care Technician - G16 Leukemia

<div>At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advances examinations and treatments necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated medical assistant level tasks under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse for assigned patient populations, for providing high quality support of patient care and services. This position oversees appropriate scope of practice (i.e. Hand Hygiene Validator, EMR super-user). The Sr. MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The Sr. MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care. Other duties for the Sr. MA position include independently and expertly performing the duties and responsibilities of preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants, training and orienting others as appropriate.
<div>FLSA STATUS 
Non-exempt 
 
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT. NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT and</li><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)
</li></ul> 
SKILLS AND ABILITIES<ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
</li><li>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
</li><li>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
</li><li>Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
</li><li>Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records
</li><li>Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems, using good reasoning and judgment
</li><li>Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care
</li><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes
</li><li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications
</li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public
</li><li>Ability to work with peers in a team situation
</li><li>Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process
</li><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purpose
</li>Demonstrates advanced assessment competences appropriate for level of practice 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
 
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole, by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.
</li><li>Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional, communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.
</li><li>Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues&rsquo; though processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.
</li></ul> 
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Complete pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.
</li><li>Communicates with patient, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), preforms medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents, in patient&rsquo;s electronic medical record (EMR). care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
</li><li>Follow-up with patient as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.
</li><li>Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians and/or community resources whenever appropriate to including handling patient inquiries.
</li><li>Role models behaviors and skills, through peer-to-peer accountability, towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.
</li></ul> 
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
</li><li>Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.
</li><li>Sterilizing instruments and equipment; prepare, clean and maintain exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.
</li></ul> 
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.
</li><li>Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.
</li></ul> 
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.
</li><li>Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities.
</li>Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis. 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
<ul>
WORK ATTIRE<li><ul><li>
Uniform: Yes
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: No
</li><li>Other (department approved): Yes
</li></ul></li> 
ON-CALL* 
<li><ul><li>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* No
</li></ul></li> 
TRAVEL** 
**Travel specifications may vary by department**<li><ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
</li></ul></li></ul></div>QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT. NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT and</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
</li></ul>Preferred
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA) 
<ul><li>
</li></ul> 
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist&rsquo;s overall strategy to become one of the nation&rsquo;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.</div>

Certified Senior Medical Assistant - OB/GYN (Clear Lake)

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