Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant -Family Health Clinic - Full Time (8am-8pm)

Job Description

Job Description

Moore County Hospital District (MCHD), located in Dumas, Texas, is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to serving Moore County and the surrounding areas. Our team of compassionate physicians, employees, and volunteers is committed to delivering the highest quality care in a hometown-friendly environment.

In 2024 and 2025, MCHD was honored as a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, a recognition awarded to only 100 out of 1,366 critical access hospitals nationwide.

Additionally, our Memorial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center was recognized as a Best Performing Nursing Home for both the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 periods, placing in the top 5% of over 15,000 nursing homes evaluated.

MCHD is proud to provide comprehensive healthcare services to residents across six counties, ensuring accessible and exceptional care for our broader community.

We invite dedicated professionals to join our award-winning team and contribute to our mission of exceptional care.

Benefits offered will include:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Texas County and District Retirement System at 170% match!!
• Eligibility to contribute to a 457(b) retirement plan

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our clinic team. The NP/PA will work collaboratively with physicians and clinical staff to provide comprehensive, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced outpatient setting. This role involves health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic illnesses for a diverse patient population.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide primary and/or specialized health care services to patients based on scope of practice.

Conduct comprehensive physical examinations, take detailed patient histories, and develop differential diagnoses.

Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and laboratory results.

Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans based on evidence-based guidelines.

Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, preventive care, and health maintenance.

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, specialists, and administrative staff to ensure continuity of care.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).

Adhere to clinic protocols, regulatory standards, and quality assurance measures.

Participate in performance improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and continuing education.

Qualifications:

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Texas. National certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult-Gerontology NP, or other applicable certification. Or an unrestricted PA license to practice within Texas

Current DEA license and BLS/ACLS certification (or ability to obtain).

Prior experience in a clinic or outpatient setting preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Proficient in using electronic health records (EHR/EMR).

Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Work Environment:

Outpatient clinic environment.

Extended hours or weekend shifts may be required according to job requirements

Exposure to communicable diseases and medical instruments common in a clinical setting.