What are the responsibilities and job description for the APP- Family Medicine (Outpatient) – Health Connect PT (.5) position at Acclaim Health?
Acclaim Physician Group, Inc. (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 Texas Christian University Medical School.
For more information, visit www.teamacclaim.org .
Job Title
APP- Family Medicine (Outpatient) – Health Connect PT (.5)
Requisition Number
req28239
Location:
JPOC 1400
Job Description
Job Description:
Acclaim Multispecialty Group, a partner with JPS Health Network is seeking a motivated and ambitious advanced practice provider to join our dynamic General Family Medicine team. As the county hospital system, JPS has been serving the residents of Tarrant County for over 100 years. This is a wonderful opportunity for innovative and passionate individuals to treat complex medical issues to those patients that need it most.
In addition to the nourishing and rewarding clinical atmosphere, JPS is also an urban teaching hospital with a long history of training physicians and medical students. JPS offers 18 residency and fellowship programs.
The hospital is located in the heart of The Magnolia Village and Medical District of Fort Worth, the 17th-largest city in the U.S. and one of “America’s Most Livable Communities.” We have a thriving center of culture, commerce, the Historic Stockyards, remarkable museums, a vibrant and clean downtown area, Botanical Gardens and great annual events!
Job Summary
The JPS Health Network Health Connect Clinic serves as an access point for patients who need timely connection to primary care, behavioral health, and other essential services. Providers deliver short-term outpatient care, addressing immediate needs while ensuring patients are transitioned to the most appropriate ongoing care setting. This role supports the mission of JPS Health Network by improving access, continuity, and coordination of care for the community.
Duties And Essential Job Functions
Provides outpatient assessment and treatment for adult and pediatric patients in the Health Connect Clinic.
Focuses on timely access and connection, ensuring patients are linked to appropriate primary care, behavioral health, or specialty services for ongoing management. Addresses immediate health needs, develops short-term care plans, and coordinates necessary diagnostics, treatment, and follow-up. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, including behavioral health providers, care coordinators, social workers, and primary care teams, to optimize transitions.
Utilizes national evidence-based guidelines and JPS Health Network/Acclaim Multispecialty Group protocols to guide clinical decisions.
Demonstrates compassionate, patient-centered care that supports continuity and patient satisfaction.
Maintains strong collaborative relationships with physicians, residents, advanced practice professionals, medical students, and staff.
Participates in quality improvement, peer review, and clinical performance programs within the JPS Health Network.
Serves as a resource to the community by helping patients navigate healthcare access and support services.
Represents the Health Connect Clinic and JPS Health Network through professional engagement with patients, families, and community stakeholders.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Must be comfortable working in a large public/county facility
Must be able to demonstrate a 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 to work effectively with other health care professionals and serve as a resource to the community
Must be self-directed and take initiative to develop and participate in community activities and medical outreach programs pertaining to the medical specialty area
Full Benefits
Competitive salary
Generous ATO time given
Malpractice insurance provided at no cost
Health, vision, and dental insurance options
Professional expense allowance
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
1400 S. Main Street
Fort Worth, Texas, 76104
United States
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 Texas Christian University Medical School.
For more information, visit www.teamacclaim.org .
Job Title
APP- Family Medicine (Outpatient) – Health Connect PT (.5)
Requisition Number
req28239
Location:
JPOC 1400
Job Description
Job Description:
Acclaim Multispecialty Group, a partner with JPS Health Network is seeking a motivated and ambitious advanced practice provider to join our dynamic General Family Medicine team. As the county hospital system, JPS has been serving the residents of Tarrant County for over 100 years. This is a wonderful opportunity for innovative and passionate individuals to treat complex medical issues to those patients that need it most.
In addition to the nourishing and rewarding clinical atmosphere, JPS is also an urban teaching hospital with a long history of training physicians and medical students. JPS offers 18 residency and fellowship programs.
The hospital is located in the heart of The Magnolia Village and Medical District of Fort Worth, the 17th-largest city in the U.S. and one of “America’s Most Livable Communities.” We have a thriving center of culture, commerce, the Historic Stockyards, remarkable museums, a vibrant and clean downtown area, Botanical Gardens and great annual events!
Job Summary
The JPS Health Network Health Connect Clinic serves as an access point for patients who need timely connection to primary care, behavioral health, and other essential services. Providers deliver short-term outpatient care, addressing immediate needs while ensuring patients are transitioned to the most appropriate ongoing care setting. This role supports the mission of JPS Health Network by improving access, continuity, and coordination of care for the community.
Duties And Essential Job Functions
Provides outpatient assessment and treatment for adult and pediatric patients in the Health Connect Clinic.
Focuses on timely access and connection, ensuring patients are linked to appropriate primary care, behavioral health, or specialty services for ongoing management. Addresses immediate health needs, develops short-term care plans, and coordinates necessary diagnostics, treatment, and follow-up. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, including behavioral health providers, care coordinators, social workers, and primary care teams, to optimize transitions.
Utilizes national evidence-based guidelines and JPS Health Network/Acclaim Multispecialty Group protocols to guide clinical decisions.
Demonstrates compassionate, patient-centered care that supports continuity and patient satisfaction.
Maintains strong collaborative relationships with physicians, residents, advanced practice professionals, medical students, and staff.
Participates in quality improvement, peer review, and clinical performance programs within the JPS Health Network.
Serves as a resource to the community by helping patients navigate healthcare access and support services.
Represents the Health Connect Clinic and JPS Health Network through professional engagement with patients, families, and community stakeholders.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Must be comfortable working in a large public/county facility
Must be able to demonstrate a 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 to work effectively with other health care professionals and serve as a resource to the community
Must be self-directed and take initiative to develop and participate in community activities and medical outreach programs pertaining to the medical specialty area
Full Benefits
Competitive salary
Generous ATO time given
Malpractice insurance provided at no cost
Health, vision, and dental insurance options
Professional expense allowance
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with an active Texas License
- Must have current Texas APRN license with ACNP certification
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program with an active Texas License
- Current, unrestricted medical license to practice in the State of Texas.
- Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
1400 S. Main Street
Fort Worth, Texas, 76104
United States