Physician Assistant​/Family Nurse Practitioner Pediatric EC;

Advanced Practice Provider – Pediatric Emergency Center
Full Time, Days, 7A‑7P (84 HR)

• Graduate of an accredited Masters Level Program for Advanced Practice Provider or Nurse Practitioner.
• Critical care and/or emergency center experience desired.

• Must hold or be eligible for Texas State Licensure (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner).
• Nurse Practitioner must be Family Practice Certified.

This position is subject to inside environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions, not necessarily from temperature changes. Interaction with other departments and other relationships. The position requires close interaction with ancillary departments to facilitate a quality multi‑disciplinary approach to patient care.

Under the direction of the department Medical Director and department Nurse Director or supervising physician (whichever applies), the provider is responsible for following standard medical practice in assessing patient needs and assisting in the planning and implementation of patient care. The provider will be responsible for providing patient and family support, coordination of care and education, and will be familiar with the hospital’s mission, vision, philosophy, policies, and procedures, and be in compliance with the same.

• Visual and auditory acuity required continuously.
• Ability to speak frequently.
• Ability to sit for extended periods frequently.
• Lifting/carrying requirements are light but may occur moderately.
• Ability to walk/transport oneself in a timely manner frequently.

• Maintain the competencies required of clinical staff in the Emergency Center/Minor Care/Triage setting.
• Current knowledge of triage process and related regulatory standards appropriate for the area of responsibility (JCAHO, TDH, etc.).
• Work knowledge of leadership and management skills.
• Excellent basic medical knowledge with clinical skills and judgment.
• Analytical skills to evaluate care needs, gather relevant clinical data, perform thorough physical examinations, and assist with clinical patient management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication ability, and appropriate judgment when dealing with patients, families, and other healthcare providers.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

* Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*