Nurse Practitioner Primary Care

At Baylor Scott & White Clinic – Temple Downtown, we take care of patients of all ages. Conveniently located in Temple, we’re dedicated to helping the families in our local community live their healthiest lives.

The care team here includes primary care physicians and advanced practice professionals who work together to create a care plan that puts you at the center of your health.

This experienced team is here for every step of your health journey. Our goal is simple: to help you get Better and stay that way.

• Team Structure:
  • 4 Physicians
  • 3 APPs
  • On-site PSS, RN, Radiology & Point-of-Care Lab
• 1:1 Medical Assistant support for every APP
• Strong infrastructure so providers can stay focused on patient care

• 18 patients per day

• Monday – Friday
• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (1.0 FTE / 8-hour shifts)
• One Saturday every 2 months (rotation)
• Moonlighting opportunities available for extra income

• 100% outpatient primary care
• No hospital rounding, no procedures, no call

• 1+ year of experience preferred
• New graduates welcome
  • Clinic provides the mentorship and support needed to be successful

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note:

Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) Primary Care is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as an independent provider by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. These providers typically provide care to patients in an internal medicine, family medicine, geriatric or pediatric clinic.

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes, recommends, or uses medical drug therapies or other treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost.
• Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness.
• Counsels patients and families on medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
• Provide consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.
• Perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and knowledge of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.
• May provide care to patients in a…