UTHealth Houston·Texas
Provides specialized patient care assistance in a clinic or hospital setting under the direction of a primary care physician. Responsibilities include conducting complex procedures, implementing treatment plans, and interpreting diagnostic studies.
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Provides patient care assistance in a clinic or hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a primary care physician. POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: 1. Conducts complex, standardized patient care procedures that require experience and specialized training that would otherwise be performed by a physician but which do not constitute the practice of medicine. 2. Coordinates, directs and implements patient's plan of care. 3. Orders, conducts and interprets pertinent laboratory and diagnostic studies and procedures. 4. Performs physical examinations and provides episodic care or problem-oriented care under the supervision of a physician. 5. Orders appropriate laboratory tests and interprets the laboratory data such as blood and urine samples. 6. Monitors the treatment program of the patient to inform the attending physician of pertinent medical information. 7. Makes medical recommendations and/or referrals. 8. Formulates, implements, and evaluates an outcome-based treatment plan. 9. Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. 10. Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. 11. Collaborates with patients, families, other clinicians, and referral services to assist in the patient's recovery. 12. Other duties as assigned.
Requires a Master's degree in Nursing (NP) or Physician Assistant studies, along with current Texas licensure. BLS certification and specialty certification as required by the department are mandatory.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Texas often draw steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices, especially where employers need clinicians who can manage complex patient care and work independently. These positions are competitive because they typically require a Master’s in Nursing, active Texas RN and APRN-NP licensure, BLS, and a specialty certification; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and save time on the original posting. Before applying, confirm your Texas BON credentials and specialty certification match the role’s exact scope.
