Job Description

Acclaim Health, Inc. (Acclaim) is a multi specialty medical group practice comprised of over 500 physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants that partner with JPS Health Network (JPS). Acclaim supports JPS’s mission of transforming healthcare delivery for the communities we serve. From primary care to pediatrics to a full range of specialties, Acclaim’s goal is to provide high-quality, compassionate care for every patient, every time.

As the county health network and Level-1 Trauma Center, JPS has been serving the residents of Tarrant County for over 100 years. In addition to providing high-quality care, JPS is also an urban teaching hospital with a long history of training physicians and medical students. JPS offers 18 residency and fellowship programs, including the largest family medicine residency in the nation. JPS educates in tandem with the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, and Texas Christian University Medical School.

For more information, visit www.teamacclaim.org.

Job Title:

Advanced Practice Provider - CDU (Part-Time Nights)

Requisition Number:

req29239

Location:

John Peter Smith Hospital

Job Description:

About Acclaim Health:

Acclaim Health is a leading healthcare provider serving the Fort Worth community with a comprehensive range of medical services. As the clinical practice group affiliated with JPS Health Network, Acclaim Health is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across a variety of specialties. Our services include primary care, family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and specialty care, as well as advanced hospital and outpatient services. With a focus on innovation, compassion, and accessibility, Acclaim Health strives to improve the health and well-being of every patient we serve.At Acclaim Health, we are proud to provide exceptional service, to our community as a large multi-specialty physician group, we combine the expertise of over 500 providers across a wide range of specialties with the resources of JPS Health Network serving Tarrant County, Texas.Our commitment is to deliver the highest quality care with compassion, innovation and collaboration. Whether you need preventative care management of chronic conditions or specialized treatments our team is here to support your health journey every step of the way.Description:

The Acclaim Health is currently seeking a full time (Night) Acute Care Provider to join our group and care for patients in our 32 bed Clinical Decision Unit. We are looking for a provider who is not afraid of a challenge and enjoys working in a fast-paced setting. If you thrive working in a busy environment and want to make a difference in the lives of the residents of Tarrant County - this may be the position for you!The role would entail patient care responsibilities in the Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) located at the main JPS Health Network campus just south of downtown Fort Worth.

Join our collegial and team focused group of physicians and APP’s in our 32 bed CDU.Specific Details: CDU:

· 12-hour shifts

· Average of 20 CDU admissions per day

· 1 Advanced Practice Provider and 1 Physician per shift

· Working location for this position is at the main JPS Health Network campus only

· JPS is a 582-bed community hospital consisting of a Level 1 Trauma Center and a 36 bed Closed ICU

· This would be a part-time positionDuties and Essential Job Functions:

1. Collaborates with the physician in overseeing and coordinating the multidisciplinary care delivered to all patients, to optimize quality patient care.
2. Reviews patient medical charts to assist physicians with diagnosis, treatment and care management.
3. Monitors guidelines for the management of care and for ensuring that the services are delivered in compliance with the guidelines established by JPS Health Network and Acclaim Health.
4. Provides care education to patients and families.
5. Provides evidence-based and compassionate care to all patients assigned to improve patient outcomes and increase patient satisfaction scores.
6. Maintains a collaborative environment with providers, clinical staff, and support staff.
7. Supports academic, educational and research endeavors.
8. Attends Performance Improvement Programs and Peer Review committee meetings; and is an active participant in the process.
9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Benefits:

· Competitive salary

· Generous ATO time given

· Malpractice insurance provided at no cost

· Health, vision, and dental insurance options

· Professional expense allowance

Qualifications:

Required Experience:

·Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with an active Texas License

· Must have current Texas APRN license with ACNP certification

OR

· Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program with an active Texas License

· Valid, unrestricted DEA

· Basic Life Support (BLS) certification & Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

· Minimum of 2 years working independently as an advanced practice provider in an acute care setting

· Must be proficient in documentation and billing in an electronic medical record system

· Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

· Must be able to collaborate with other members of the healthcare team

· Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge in area assigned, and competency in assessment techniques, diagnosis and treatment processes that apply to the assigned medical specialty area

· Must have good interpersonal, verbal and oral communication skills to work effectively with other health care professionals

· Must be self-directed and take initiative to develop and participate in community activities and medical outreach programs pertaining to the medical specialty area

· Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behavior

· Must be data driven and quality metric focused

· Must be comfortable working in a large public/county facility

Location Address:

1500 S. Main Street

Fort Worth, Texas, 76104

United States