Family Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Internal Med
About this role
Dept: Internal Medicine
Work Hours: M-F, 8-5, with on call duties
Key Functions
- Compliance with the Medical Staff Bylaws and Rules and Regulations, as well as the policies and procedures of the Menninger Clinic and its Corporate Compliance committee, the standards of the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and other medical record and legal requirements.
- Complete assigned assessments and provide ongoing care of patients on admission and during their hospital stay as indicated. Assist with holiday and weekend coverage as assigned.
- Provide education and training to hospital staff as assigned.
- Maintain clinical competency and licensing by completing appropriate continuing education requirements.
PROFESSIONAL FUNCTIONS
- Maintain competencies and demonstrate skill and knowledge with specialized evaluation and treatment modalities as indicated by specialty and board certification/s:
- Function within identified scope of practice as a physician assistant and/or family nurse practitioner.
- Demonstrate an understanding of developmental tasks and special needs for and the ability to establish rapport with:
- Adolescents
- Adults
- Older Adults/Geriatrics
- Serve as physician assistant and/or family nurse practitioner and complete other clinical and administrative duties required
- 100% of time assigned to program
- 100% of time assigned to program
Education Required:
- Completion of an approved training program with certification in the treatment of adult patients. Additional training in the treatment of geriatric and adolescent patients may be required as indicated, based on patient care role.
- Training program of study prepares for advanced specialty and role as a physician assistant and/or family nurse practitioner.
License/Certification
- Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the State of Texas
- Board certification as a physician assistant and/or family nurse practitioner
- Current registration with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Experience
Required: Two or more years of experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant is desired. In lieu of prior NP/PA experience, at least five years of nursing or related experience will be considered.
Preferred: Experience working with patients with psychiatric conditions.
Company at a glance
The Menninger Clinic, a non-profit nationally ranked leader in psychiatric care affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, provides a full continuum of mental health care for adolescents and adults. We specialize in treating individuals with complex mental health needs, particularly when previous treatment has not led to lasting improvement or when diagnostic clarity is needed.
Our interdisciplinary teams use evidence-based treatment, compassionate support, and a collaborative care approach, working closely with patients, families, and referring clinicians. Through comprehensive evaluation and individualized treatment planning, we help individuals move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and hope, supporting long-term stability, recovery, and quality of life.
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