What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider: Family Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant position at HOPE Community Medicine?
Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – HOPE Community Medicine
Location: San Augustine, TX 75972
Schedule: Full-time (Monday–Thursday 8 AM – 5 PM, Friday 8 AM – 3 PM)
About HOPE Community Medicine
HOPE Community Medicine is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has been serving Deep East Texas for over 20 years. We provide comprehensive medical, behavioral health, OB, and pharmacy services. As a mission-driven organization, we are dedicated to ensuring quality, accessible, and affordable healthcare—regardless of a patient’s ability to pay.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our healthcare team. This role is ideal for a compassionate and skilled provider who is passionate about community-based healthcare and preventative medicine. The FNP will deliver comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages, with a strong emphasis on health promotion, chronic disease management, and acute care interventions.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive physical examinations and health assessments.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs.
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions across the lifespan.
- Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations and your governing board.
- Educate patients and families on preventative healthcare, wellness, and chronic disease management.
- Manage outpatient follow-ups and discharge planning.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, including Certified Clinical Medical Assistants, Licensed Vocational Nurses, Collaborating Physician, Pharmacy, Behavioral Health, and Ancillary Staff as needed.
- Stay current with evidence-based practices and advancements in family medicine.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Current Certification as a Physician Assistant and an Advanced Degree from an Accredited Program. Or
- Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program.
- Current certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
- Valid Texas nursing license with prescriptive authority.
- Outpatient primary care experience preferred but not required; New Grads Welcome
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Passion for community health and serving diverse patient populations.
What We Offer
We provide a competitive recruitment package, which includes:
Competitive Salary
Paid Time Off; Sick Time
Student Loan Repayment Options
Malpractice Coverage
Health Benefits & Retirement Plan
Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and help us make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients in rural and underserved communities.
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person