What are the responsibilities and job description for the (APP) Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - PRN - North Austin position at Harbor Health?
Brief Description
Harbor Health
Position Overview
Harbor Health is seeking a dedicated PRN Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our clinical team in North Austin, TX. In this role, you will deliver comprehensive, member-centered care on an as-needed basis while upholding our commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery. This position offers flexible scheduling — with availability for approximately 5 shifts per month — while maintaining high-quality clinical standards and collaborative care approaches. The Advanced Practice Provider delivers medical care within their scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician, in alignment with our mission of transforming healthcare through our payvider model.
Position Duties & Responsibilities
At Harbor Health, we're transforming healthcare in Texas through collaboration and innovation. We're seeking passionate individuals to help us create a member-centered experience that connects comprehensive care with a modern payment model. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued, please bring your talents to our team!
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Harbor Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians and teammates and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
Harbor Health
Position Overview
Harbor Health is seeking a dedicated PRN Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our clinical team in North Austin, TX. In this role, you will deliver comprehensive, member-centered care on an as-needed basis while upholding our commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery. This position offers flexible scheduling — with availability for approximately 5 shifts per month — while maintaining high-quality clinical standards and collaborative care approaches. The Advanced Practice Provider delivers medical care within their scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician, in alignment with our mission of transforming healthcare through our payvider model.
Position Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive primary and episodic care services to members on a PRN basis
- Conduct thorough physical examinations, health assessments, and medical histories
- Diagnose conditions and develop evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
- Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests, diagnostic procedures, and imaging studies
- Prescribe medications and treatments within scope of practice and regulatory guidelines
- Perform clinical procedures appropriate to scope of practice and provider expertise
- Counsel members and families regarding treatment plans, medication management, and health promotion
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of care
- Participate in care coordination and referral processes when appropriate
- Document all member encounters accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record
- Maintain compliance with all clinical protocols, safety standards, and organizational policies
- Support quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice standards
- Respond to member health concerns and provide appropriate follow-up care as needed
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Board certification by the appropriate national certifying body (NCCPA or nursing certification board)
- Current DEA registration with prescriptive authority
- Current BLS Certification
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in primary care, urgent care, or a relevant specialty setting
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills with sound clinical judgment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently while maintaining collaborative relationships
- Flexibility to work various shifts and adapt to changing clinical needs
- Preferred: Experience in ambulatory care, urgent care, or emergency medicine settings
- Preferred: Proficiency with electronic medical record systems
- Preferred: Experience with value-based care delivery models
- Preferred: Knowledge of chronic disease management and preventive care protocols
- Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish
- PRN scheduling with flexibility for approximately 5 shifts per month; 8-hour shifts with potential for shorter shifts as needed
- Ability to work across multiple clinic sites
- Ability to meet and maintain current organizational credentialing and privileging requirements
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Flexible PRN scheduling that accommodates your availability
- Occurrence-based malpractice
- Collaborative team environment with physician supervision and support available
At Harbor Health, we're transforming healthcare in Texas through collaboration and innovation. We're seeking passionate individuals to help us create a member-centered experience that connects comprehensive care with a modern payment model. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued, please bring your talents to our team!
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Harbor Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians and teammates and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.