Job Description

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Advanced Practice Provider

Emergency Center

PRN Varied Hours

UMC Health System

Lubbock, Texas

Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited Masters Level Program for Advanced Practice Provider or Nurse Practitioner.

Critical care and/or emergency center experience desired.

Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations

Must hold or be eligible for Texas State Licensure (i.e. Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.)

Nurse Practitioner Must be Family Practice Certified

Environmental / Working Conditions

This position is subject to inside environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions, not

necessarily from temperature changes. Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships.

This position requires close interaction with other ancillary departments in order to facilitate a quality

multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.

Job Description

Under the direction of the department Medical Director and department Nurse Director or supervising

physician (whichever applies) is responsible for following standard medical practice, in assessing patient

needs and assisting in the planning and implementation of patient care. He/she will be responsible for

providing patient and family support, coordination of care and education. He/she will be familiar with the

hospitals mission, vision, philosophy, policies and procedures, and be in compliance with the same.

Physical Capabilities

Visual and auditory acuity required continuously. The ability to speak is required frequently. The ability

to sit for extended periods is required frequently. Lifting/carrying requirements are light but may occur

moderately. The ability to walk/transport oneself in a timely manner is required frequently.

Skills and Abilities

Must maintain the same competencies as required of the 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 (i.e. JCAHO, TDH, etc…). Must demonstrate a working knowledge of

leadership and management skills. Excellent basic medical knowledge with clinical skills and judgment.

Possesses analytical skills to evaluate care needs, ability to gather relevant clinical data, perform

thorough physical examinations, and assist with clinical patient management. Possess excellent

interpersonal skills, communication ability, and exhibit appropriate judgment when dealing with patients,

families and other health care 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.​*