NURSE PRACTITONER

  • West Texas Centers is seeking a highly motivated Nurse Practitioner (APRN/PA) to provide
    integrated physical health services to children, adolescents, and adults receiving behavioral
    health and/or IDD services. This position offers a competitive salary of $165,000 along with a
    comprehensive benefits package, including a health plan, paid holidays, generous personal time
    off, employee assistance program, and more.
    Salary: $165,000
    Key Responsibilities:
    *Conduct comprehensive initial and periodic physical health evaluations.
    * Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.
    * Prescribe and manage medications using evidence-based guidelines and patient
    preferences.
    * Order, review, and monitor laboratory tests, screenings, and diagnostic studies.
    * Provide chronic disease management and routine outpatient primary care.
    * Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress.
    * Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and potential drug interactions, including
    interactions with psychiatric medications.
    * Coordinate physical health services with behavioral health and IDD treatment teams.
    * Provide referrals to specialists and community resources as appropriate.
    * Provide patient education and promote shared decision-making.
    * Provide clinical consultation and leadership to interdisciplinary treatment teams.
    * Participate in treatment team meetings and high-risk case reviews.
    * Provide trauma-informed, respectful, and patient-centered care.
    * Deliver services in person and through approved telehealth technology.
    * Maintain timely and accurate medical records and required documentation.
    * Collaborate with the assigned physician supervisor and follow WTC policies, procedures,
    and formulary requirements.
    * Assist with physical health emergencies and provide consultation to staff as needed.
    Position Requirements:
    * Current Texas Nurse Practitioner (APRN) license or applicable PA licensure.
    * Current Texas Registered Nurse/APRN license for Nurse Practitioner candidates.
    *Must have and maintain a Valid Driver's License and driving record that is acceptable for
    insurability through our insurance carrier.
    * Must pass background check and drug screening.