Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine-Geriatrics

Advanced Practice Provider - Division of Geriatrics

The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) stands at an exciting crossroads of growth and transformation. As we continue Moving Medicine Forward, our focus is on advancing our tripartite mission delivering high-value care, driving research, innovation, and cultivating excellence in medical education.

Our team is redefining what it means to deliver care in an academic setting where access efficiency, discovery, and quality outcomes go hand in hand. We are investing in people, processes, and technology to create an environment where collaboration thrives, and every role contributes to advancing medicine.

With more than 140 faculty and 46 Advanced Practice Providers and growing the Department of Medicine is committed to fostering excellence across all mission areas. We are seeking faculty who share our passion for innovation, value the power of collaboration, and want to be a part of shaping the future of healthcare at UTMB.

The Division of Geriatrics at UTMB is dedicated to improving the health, independence, and quality of life of older adults through excellence in clinical care, education, and research. With 8 faculty, 8 advanced practice providers and 2 to 4 fellows per year, the Division provides comprehensive geriatric care across diverse settings, including ambulatory clinics, inpatient consult services, long-term care facilities, and the home environment through our Home-Based Primary Care Program.

The Home-Based Primary Care Program is a cornerstone of the Division's missiondelivering compassionate, high-quality care to homebound older adults. This innovative program enables faculty and trainees to provide continuity of care, promote aging in place, and reduce unnecessary hospitalizations by addressing the complex medical, functional, and social needs of each patient.

UTMB is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider within the Division of Geriatrics. This position emphasizes patient-centered primary care services to medically complex and functionally limited older adults.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient care for older adults, addressing complex medical, cognitive, and functional conditions.
• Performs individualized history and physical examinations for diverse populations inclusive of social determinants of health.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic testing in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.
• Precepting and mentoring school of nursing and school of medicine students.
• Develops a comprehensive plan of care that encompasses evidence-based practice guidelines, practice protocols, Medicare, Medicaid, and other state and federal regulations.
• Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Provides appropriate education for current health diagnoses as well as anticipatory guidance for health promotion and disease prevention applicable to the individual's health and socioeconomic status.
• Monitors plan of care for cost-effectiveness and the achievement of expected improvements, while openly seeking feedback from patients, significant others, colleagues, allied health, appropriate referrals, and collaborating physician to enhance quality outcomes.
• Works independently to full scope of practice in compliance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act with acknowledgement of collaborating physician availability for consultation and collaboration.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teamsincluding nursing, pharmacy, social work, and rehabilitationfor optimal care of older adults.
• Contribute to curriculum development, clinical skills training, and geriatric-focused academic programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) license in the State of Texas.
• National certification in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care, Family Practice, or related specialty.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing primary care to geriatric or medically complex populations.
• Experience in an academic medical center or teaching environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Join Our Team We welcome Advanced Practice Providers who share our commitment to advancing the field of geriatric medicine and improving care for older adults.