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Nurturly

<p><i>Provide compassionate in-home support. Make a meaningful difference every day.</i></p><p>Nurturly is seeking exceptional Anchors to join our growing crew. Anchors are the heart of our organization, providing both care and hospitality to clients and their families. We are looking for individuals who believe that dignity, connection, and peace of mind are just as important as personal care.</p><p>At Nurturly, we believe care and hospitality belong together. We do more than assist with daily activities, we create comfort, foster meaningful relationships, and help clients live safely, independently, and meaningfully in the place they call home.</p><p><b>About the Anchor Role</b></p><p>The Anchor provides non-medical personal care and support services to clients in the home and other approved settings. This role focuses on assisting with activities of daily living while protecting client dignity, privacy, safety, and independence.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><b>Hospitality &amp; Client Experience</b></p><ul><li>Create a welcoming, comfortable, and uplifting environment for clients.</li><li>Build trusted relationships with clients and their families.</li><li>Learn clients&rsquo; preferences, routines, and comfort needs.</li><li>Support meaningful engagement, companionship, and connection.</li><li>Demonstrate Nurturly hospitality standards in every interaction.</li></ul><p><b>Personal Assistance Services</b></p><ul><li>Assist clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, hygiene, and other personal care needs.</li><li>Support safe mobility, transfers, repositioning, and ambulation as authorized.</li><li>Assist with meal setup, feeding support, light housekeeping, and laundry related to client care.</li><li>Follow the client service plan and assigned schedule.</li></ul><p><b>Safety &amp; Observation</b></p><ul><li>Observe and report changes in mood, appetite, mobility, cognition, sleep patterns, and overall well-being.</li><li>Identify potential safety concerns before they become incidents.</li></ul><p><b>Documentation &amp; Compliance</b></p><ul><li>Document services accurately and report changes, concerns, incidents, or missed visits promptly.</li><li>Protect confidentiality and maintain professional, respectful communication at all times.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Compassionate, dependable, and service-oriented.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Demonstrates emotional intelligence and professionalism.</li><li>Able to safely assist with activities of daily living.</li><li>Able to follow instructions and document services accurately.</li><li>Prior caregiving or personal care experience is preferred.</li><li>High school diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>Must complete required training and screenings.</li><li>Reliable transportation is preferred.</li></ul><p><b>Why Join Nurturly?</b></p><ul><li>Be part of a hospitality-first care organization.</li><li>Meaningful work that improves lives every day.</li><li>Ongoing training and professional development.</li><li>Supportive leadership team.</li><li>Opportunity for advancement as Nurturly grows.</li><li>Flexible scheduling options.</li><li>A culture built on care, hospitality, and peace of mind.</li></ul><p><b>The Best Anchors Are;</b></p><ul><li>Warm and welcoming</li><li>Naturally observant</li><li>Dependable and professional</li><li>Calm under pressure</li><li>Respectful of boundaries</li><li>Committed to exceptional service</li></ul><p><b>Join Our Crew of Anchors!</b></p><p>Be the steady presence that helps clients live with dignity, independence, and peace of mind at home.</p><p><i>Nurturly LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a compassionate and respectful workforce.</i></p><p>Pay: $21.35 - $28.13 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Paid orientation</li><li>Paid training</li><li>Referral program</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Caregiver & Personal Assistant (Anchor)

Baylor College of Medicine

Job Description
<br><br>
<b>Job Title:</b> Medical Assistant II - Urology
<br><b>Division:</b> Urology
<br><b>Work Arrangement:</b> Onsite only
<br><b>Location:</b> Houston, TX
<br><b>Salary Range:</b> $43,065 - $50,665
<br><b>FLSA Status:</b> Nonexempt
<br><b>Work Schedule:</b> Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
<br><br>
Summary
<br><br>
Urology is seeking a Medical Assistant who is proficient in delivering patient care in the ambulatory care setting.
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As a Medical Assistant II, you will perform patient care responsibilities, provide clerical/administrative support in a clinical setting, and may assist with providing guidance to entry-level Medical Assistants.
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Job Duties
<br>Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs, venipuncture (blood draws), collecting specimens, and wound care.
<br>Collects patient history, performs medication reconciliation and enters information in the electronic medical record.
<br>Notes the primary complaint/reason for patient’s visit.
<br>Sets up instruments and equipment for Physician.
<br>Assists with procedures as needed.
<br>Administers medication under direction / order of a supervising Physician.
<br>Instructs Patients on general care and medical procedures.
<br>Maintains patient and service rooms in a neat and orderly condition.
<br>Schedules patient tests, procedures, and appointments.
<br>Conducts patient outreach phone calls and post visit follow-ups.
<br>Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
<br>Takes inventory of clinic supplies and order supplies as needed.
<br>Sorts and distributes clinic mail and medical records to the appropriate clinic personnel.
<br>Assists with Autoclaving instruments.
<br>Assists with Cysto procedures in clinic.
<br>Collects Urine samples/cultures
<br>Handles patient daily calls.
<br>Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
<br>Minimum Qualifications
<br>High school diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
<br>Two years of relevant experience.
<br>Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NHA, NAHP, AMCA, AAH, AAMP, or NPS).
<br>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.
<br>Preferred Qualifications
<br>Urology or OB-Gyn experience.
<br><br>
<b>Work Authorization Requirement:</b><br>
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
<br><br>
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
<br><br>
<b>Requisition ID:</b> 25236

Medical Assistant II - Urology

<div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div><div><p>
The Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Division in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Provider to provide high quality critical care services under the direction of a physician at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. The candidate will be expected to provide clinical excellence and scholarly enthusiasm. The provider will have direct patient care responsibilities. The selected candidate will be appointed as a faculty Instructor and be eligible for full faculty benefits.</p><p></p><p><br>
Primary responsibilities include management of patients in the surgical ICU or thoracic surgical ICU at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center overnight from 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM. This will include a variety of general surgery, transplant, vascular, cardiothoracic and general thoracic patients.
</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Duties</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.</li><li>
Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.</li><li>
Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.</li><li>
Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.</li><li>
Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records.</li><li>
Provide follow-up health maintenance care to patients in accordance with protocols established with the supervising physician.</li><li>
Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care.</li><li>
Collaborates with providers, and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management.</li><li>
Perform other job related duties as assigned.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Education Required: Master&rsquo;s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or Nursing. NOTE: Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at time of graduation.</li><li>
Experience Required: None required.</li><li>
Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board or APRN license by the Texas Board of Nursing. Specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p><p><br>
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.</p></div><p></p>

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Surgical Critical Care Night Shift

Houston Methodist

<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><b>FLSA STATUS</b><br>
Exempt<br>
<br>
<b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><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><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
One year of clinical experience
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants <b>and</b></li><li>
PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV <b>and</b></li><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association <b>and</b></li><li>
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association <b>and</b></li><li>
DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months
</li></ul><br>
<b>KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES</b><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>Demonstrates proficient time management skills<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><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><br>
<b>SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><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><br>
<b>QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><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><br>
<b>FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><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><br>
<b>GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><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>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.<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS</b><br>
<ul><b>
WORK ATTIRE</b><li><ul><li>
Uniform: No
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: Yes
</li><li>Other (department approved): Yes
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>ON-CALL*</b><br>
<li><ul><li><i>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</i></li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* Yes
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>TRAVEL**</b><br>
<i>**Travel specifications may vary by department**</i><li><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><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><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><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
One year of clinical experience
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants <b>and</b></li>
<li>PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV <b>and</b></li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association <b>and</b></li>
<li>ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association <b>and</b></li>
DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<p><b>Company Profile:</b></p><p>
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.</p><p>
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p></div>

Physician Assistant - ObGyn (Clearlake)

<div>At Houston Methodist, the Medical Assistant Certified (MA) position is responsible for assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direct supervision of the clinical or administrative leadership. This position is responsible for assisting providers in the administration of patient care in assigned clinical areas. The 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 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.
<div><b>FLSA STATUS</b><br>
Non-exempt<br>
<br>
<b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><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><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
Two years of Medical Assistant experience in a clinic/outpatient setting or one year in the Novice-II position
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association <b>and</b></li><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT
</li></ul><b>Preferred</b><ul><li>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)
</li></ul><br>
<b>SKILLS AND ABILITIES</b><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>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution.
</li><li>Interacts with peers, staff and physicians in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information in a clear and timely manner. Takes messages via telephone/email to forward to the provider/registered nurse.
</li><li>Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.
</li></ul><br>
<b>SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. 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>Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction through peer-to-peer accountability.
</li></ul><br>
<b>QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Assists with maintaining equipment and supplies.
</li><li>Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the physician or nurse to achieve desired patient outcomes. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
</li><li>Sterilizes instruments and equipment under the supervision of Sr. Medical Assistant or Registered Nurse.
</li><li>Contributes to identification of improvement activities, impacting quality and safety targets, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional team.
</li></ul><br>
<b>FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Responsible for stocking exam rooms and taking inventory.
</li><li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.
</li></ul><br>
<b>GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and professional development activities.
</li><li>Seeks guidance and validation of knowledge base, skill level and decision making as necessary, especially in areas of question, from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel.
</li>Completes and updates My Development plan (MDP) on an on-going basis.<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS</b><br>
<ul><b>
WORK ATTIRE</b><li><ul><li>
Uniform: Yes
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: No
</li><li>Other (department approved): No
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>ON-CALL*</b><br>
<li><ul><li><i>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</i></li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* No
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>TRAVEL**</b><br>
<i>**Travel specifications may vary by department**</i><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><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><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><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
Two years of Medical Assistant experience in a clinic/outpatient setting or one year in the Novice-II position
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association <b>and</b></li>
<li>Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT
</li></ul><b>Preferred</b>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)<br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul><br>
<p><b>Company Profile:</b></p><p>
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.</p><p>
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p></div>

Medical Assistant Certified - Surgery - Medical Center

Job Description
<br><br>
<b>Job Title:</b> Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery (Inpatient)
<br><b>Division:</b> Surgery
<br><br>
<b>Work Arrangement:</b><br>
<b>Location:</b> Houston, TX
<br><br>
<b>Salary Range:</b><br>
<b>FLSA Status:</b> Exempt
<br><br>
<b>Work Schedule:</b><br>
Summary
<br><br>
The David J. Sugarbaker Division of Thoracic Surgery in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Provider to provide high quality surgical care under the direction of a group of physicians at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center. Candidate will be expected to provide clinical excellence and scholarly enthusiasm. The provider will have direct patient care responsibilities. The selected candidate will be appointed as a faculty Instructor and be eligible for full faculty benefits.
<br><br>
Job Duties
<br><br>
Primary responsibilities include inpatient care of thoracic surgery patients in coordination with attending physician and resident physician teams. This will include thorough pre-round chart review, engagement in collaborative rounds with attending physicians as well as independent rounding, documentation of clinical decision-making and treatment plans, coordination and execution of the day’s care plan, including wound management and other procedural interventions as needed, and frequent follow up on pt progress and testing to ensure patients are progressing through their plan of care.
<br><br>
Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations. See consults independently and/or with residents/fellows in various settings – floor, ICU, ED, etc.
<br>Formulate assessments and plans and evaluate the patient response to care
<br>Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic procedures, including, but not limited to x-rays, electrocardiograms, laboratory tests, and MR and CT imaging
<br>Ensure timely and accurate documentation in the EPIC electronic medical record system
<br>Prescribe appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments (while inpatient and upon discharge)
<br>Educate patients on prescribed therapeutic regimens, home care and health maintenance
<br>Remove chest tubes and JP drains as indicated, provide wound care to chest tube sites and surgical wounds
<br>Perform bedside simple wound debridement, suture closure, and bedside intrapleural therapeutic procedures
<br>Provide wound care and education on cervical esophagostomies, negative pressure wound therapies (wound vac), feeding tubes, indwelling pleural catheters, and tracheostomies to patients and staff
<br>Provide guidance and work direction to support staff, including, but not limited to nurses, social workers, and clinic coordinators
<br>Optimize discharge planning for all patients including participation in daily multidisciplinary rounds for floor and ICU patients, as well as timely and clear discharge communication to outpatient team
<br>Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care
<br>Provide orientation, direction and support to PA/NP students, medical students, and/or residents assigned to the service
<br>Promote a positive work environment with a team-based approach through supportive and respectful interactions with peers, staff, learners, and faculty
<br>Other duties as assigned
<br>Minimum Qualifications
<br><b>Education Required:</b> Master’s degree in in Nursing.
<br><b>Experience Required:</b> None required.
<br><b>Certification/Licenses/Registration:</b> Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN-NP), and specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
<br>Required Qualifications
<br>Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Program
<br>Board certification by appropriate certifying organization
<br>Licensed as a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas
<br>DEA certification
<br>Preferred Qualifications
<br>Surgical experience preferred
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<b>Work Authorization Requirement:</b><br>
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
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Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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<b>Requisition ID:</b> 24555

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery (Inpatient)

Harris Health

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<div><div><div>Career area</div>
<div>Allied Health</div>
</div><div><div>Position Type</div>
<div>Full Time</div>
</div><div><div>Pay</div>
<div>$22.14 - $28.22</div>
</div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>Martin Luther King Health Cent, Houston, TX 77047, United States</div>
</div><div><div>Job ID</div>
<div>180669</div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet&reg; nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.</p>
<p>At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset-our people-ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.</p>
</div><div><p>JOB SUMMARY:
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The Medical Assistant is accountable for supporting nursing and medical staff in patient care; and performs routine administrative and clinical duties. The Medical Assistant coordinates activities in the outpatient and procedural areas to facilitate smooth patient flow. <b>Grant funded</b> 2 year position.
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Minimum Qualifications
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Education: High School diploma or equivalent and completion of a Medical Assistant program
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Licensure/Certification: Medical Assistant certification from one of the following is required:
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American Medical Technologists (AMT)
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American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
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National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
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National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
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National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
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Vision and Hearing certifications as appropriate to specialty area within six (6) months of hire
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Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program.
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Other certificates as required by unit/service.<br>
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Work Experience: One (1) year of recent relevant experience in a healthcare facility preferred.
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Skills/Knowledge: Specialty-specific competency validation may be required in a specialty area.
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Special Requirements
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Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact),
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Writing /Composing: Reports.
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Language(s): Bilingual skills preferred
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Other Skills: PC , Medical Terms .
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Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, Overtime.
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Other Requirements: Computer and/or Key Entry Experience.
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Equipment Operated: Medical equipment (e.g., EKG, sterilization, phlebotomy, etc.), computer, fax machine</p></div></div></div></div></div>

Medical Assistant Martin Luther King Health Center

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