(APP) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - PRN - South Austin

COMPANY OVERVIEW

At Harbor Health, we’re transforming healthcare in Texas through collaboration and innovation.  We’re seeking passionate individuals to help us create a member-centered experience that connects comprehensive care with a modern payment model.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued, please bring your talents to our team!

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated (PRN) Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dynamic healthcare team in South Austin. In this role, you will deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care on an as-needed basis while supporting our commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery. This position offers flexible scheduling while maintaining high-quality clinical standards and collaborative care approaches. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. Typically provides care to patients in an express care setting in and around our Austin region. 

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive primary and episodic care services to patients on a PRN basis
• Conduct thorough physical examinations, health assessments, and medical histories
• Diagnose conditions and develop evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests, diagnostic procedures, and imaging studies
• Prescribe medications and treatments within scope of practice and regulatory guidelines
• Perform clinical procedures appropriate to scope of practice and provider expertise
• Document all patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in electronic health records
• Counsel patients and families regarding treatment plans, medication management, and health promotion
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of care
• Participate in care coordination and referral processes when appropriate
• Maintain compliance with all clinical protocols, safety standards, and organizational policies
• Support quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice standards
• Respond to patient health concerns and provide appropriate follow-up care as needed

DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Required Qualifications:

• Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Current DEA registration with prescriptive authority
• Board certification by appropriate national certifying body (NCCPA or nursing certification board)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in primary care, urgent care, or relevant specialty setting
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in ambulatory care, urgent care, or emergency medicine settings
• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems
• Experience with value-based care delivery models
• Knowledge of chronic disease management and preventive care protocols

Essential Skills:

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to work independently while maintaining collaborative relationships
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving capabilities
• Interpersonal skills for effective patient and team interactions
• Flexibility to work various shifts and adapt to changing clinical needs
• Commitment to maintaining current knowledge of evidence-based practices
• Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment in patient care decisions

Work Environment:

• PRN scheduling with flexibility for 5 shifts per month
• Multi-site coverage
• Collaborative team environment with physician supervision and support available

Harbor Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians and teammates and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.