Nurse Practitioner / PhysicianAssistant-Musculoskeletal

POSITION

SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides primary

health care and performs selective medical services under the

direction of specialty physicians. Responsible for diagnostic and

therapeutic management of patients by completing medical histories,

conducting physicals, establishing diagnosis through tests, and

formulating treatment plans. Provides follow-up and health

maintenance care of patients in accordance with protocols approved

by a physician.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Successful Completion of an educational program for physician

assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on

Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that

committee's predecessor or successor entities is required. One year

of training in the appropriate specialty is required.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of

Physician Assistants is recommended. Must be currently licensed as

a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas. Must maintain current

AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA

bylaws. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.