Purpose
Provide outpatient care to patients seeking diagnosis and treatment for Multiple Sclerosis or other neuroimmunological disorders, under the supervision of licensed physicians.
Responsibilities
Assess patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing/presenting illness, risk factors, family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
Order/perform appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seek other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrate data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
Develop and implement treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team (including physicians, social worker, nutritionist, physical therapist, etc.) to develop and coordinate comprehensive, evidence-based treatment plans for patients. Instruct patient/family regarding medications and treatments.
Educate patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Handle minor lacerations. Develop strong working relationships with referring providers and keep them informed about patient treatment plans and progress, as appropriate. Recommend appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicate appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies.
Prepare documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner. Participate in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Act as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty. Comply with patient confidentiality requirements. Promote patient advocacy. Collaborate with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient. Provide monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals.
Required Qualifications
Currently licensed and certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant and be in good standing.
Graduate of licensed and accredited nursing or physician assistant's school. National Board Certification required.
Current CPR certification. At least three (3) years of experience in an outpatient clinical practice.
Ability to work efficiently and flexibly in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Outstanding organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to address individuals and information with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality in various delicate, formal, or urgent situations.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, and patients.
Must be comfortable and flexible with changing priorities and self-directed problem solving.
Preferred Qualifications
Five (5) or more years of experience in an outpatient clinical practice. Neurology experience.
Experience working with individuals who are diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis or other neuroimmunological disorders.
Current ACLS certification.
Experience working with caregivers.
Experience with research activities. Working knowledge of and/or experience with Value-Based Healthcare Delivery models.
Experience delivering care through a multidisciplinary team.
Proficiency using Athena electronic medical records.
Experience tracking, measuring, and using patient reported outcomes in developing treatment plans for patients.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Salary Range
$105,000+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Lifting and moving
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
May work around standard office conditions
May work around biohazards
Required Materials
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page, and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented by uploading any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
