Advanced Practice Provider - Neurosurgery

Acclaim Health (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 Burnett School of Medicine at TCU. For more information, visit . Job Title Advanced Practice Provider - Neurosurgery Requisition Number req30581 Location

JPOC 1350

Job Description Job Summary -A full-time schedule with rotation between outpatient, inpatient, operating room and 7 days of 24-hour call per 4 weeks; including weekend and holiday coverage is required. Assists I the delivery of medical care to the patient by reviewing and monitoring treatment and therapy plans in the inpatient and outpatient setting. Order and interpret labs, imaging and procedures related to specialty of care. Performs clinical procedures under the direction of attending physician according to approved hospital protocols. Works in conjunction with Orthopedic residents for the management of spine patients. Assist surgeon in the operating room on spinal and cranial cases. Conduct bedside interventions with the supervision of attending provider including place of intracranial pressure monitors, external ventricular drains, and lumbar drains. Essential Duties And Responsibilities -Must be comfortable working in a large public/county facility. Must be able to demonstrate 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. Must be self-directed and take the initiative to develop and participate in community activities and medical outreach. Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behavior. Independently and in collaboration with physician(s) and interdisciplinary team members, provides comprehensive clinical and organizational direction and leadership to the healthcare provider team in the care of patients. Performs comprehensive history and physical assessment. Documents findings and noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings. Orders and interprets the appropriate diagnostic labs and tests. Forms medical diagnoses based on history, assessment, and diagnostic findings. Develops, implements, and evaluates treatment plans. Prescribes and recommends pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Initiates appropriate specialty consultations referrals when requisite. Initiates and evaluates clinical pathways and protocols. Collaborate with Attendings and/or Fellows regarding admissions and community transfers. Facilitates the timely flow of patients via collaboration with interdisciplinary team members and supports all interdisciplinary relationships. Recognizes acute/emergent situations requiring immediate responsiveness and initiates life‑saving interventions, alerting the interdisciplinary team members for assistance. Recognizes and incorporates age‑specific requirements, communicates plan of care with patients and families. Advocates for patients and family members in educational needs, treatment options, participation in care and ethical issues and patient rights with recognition and consideration of the diverse needs of the individual/family Provides consultation in specialty areas. Maintains confidentiality of patient information Coordinates meeting applicable clinical standards for all disciplines in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members. anticipated effects of procedure(s) to patients, patient families, staff, and students. Performs designated procedures after demonstrated competency. About Acclaim Health Acclaim Health is a multi‑specialty medical group practice comprised of over 500 physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who 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. JPS Health Network has been serving the residents of Tarrant County for over 100 years, covering a population of 3.5+ million. As the county health network and Level-1 Trauma Center, 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. Qualifications Education -Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing (AGACNP) OR Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program(PA) Experience 2 years of experience working as an Advanced Practice Provider in Neurosurgery preferred. Licensure Physician Assistant (PA) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) with a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) certification Basic Life Support (BLS) certification DEA license required. Skills -Must be comfortable working in a large public/county facility Must be able to demonstrate 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 Must be self-directed and take initiative to develop and participate in community activities and medical outreach Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behavior Benefits -Competitive salary Allowed Paid Time Off (ATO) CME/Professional Expense Allowance Relocation assistance Malpractice insurance provided Health, vision, and dental insurance options Retirement options Location Address 1350 S. Main Street Fort Worth, Texas, 76104 United States #J-18808-Ljbffr JPS Health Network