About this Nurse Practitioner - Eastex Fwy (Value-Based Care) role at Centrum Health
WHO WE ARE
NeueHealth is a value-driven healthcare company grounded in the belief that all health consumers are entitled to high-quality, coordinated care. By uniquely aligning the interests of health consumers, providers, and payors, we help to make healthcare accessible and affordable to all populations across the ACA Marketplace, Medicare, and Medicaid.
NeueHealth delivers clinical care to health consumers through our owned clinics – Centrum Health and Premier Medical – as well as unique partnerships with affiliated providers across the country. We also enable providers to succeed in performance-based arrangements through a suite of technology and services scaled centrally and deployed locally. Through our value-driven, consumer-centric approach, we are committed to transforming healthcare and creating a better care experience for all.
Clinic location: 10725 Eastex Fwy, Houston, TX 77093
JOB SUMMARY
The Nurse Practitioner role involves providing advanced healthcare services, diagnosing illnesses, prescribing medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver holistic patient-centered care. With expertise in primary and specialty care, Nurse Practitioners play a vital role in improving health outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for patients.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Value-Based Care Model
- Over 20 clinic locations in Texas
- 100% outpatient primary care clinic setting seeing patients 18+
- Dedicated Medical Assistant and additional clinic support team
- Monday – Friday schedule (some clinics have extended hours)
- Telehealth available for patients
- Guaranteed base salary with annual bonus program
- 401K with company matching
- Paid Time Off
- Sign-On Bonus eligible
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Nurse Practitioner job description is intended to point out major responsibilities within the role, but it is not limited to these items.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient records.
- Checks in with clients about test results and prognoses.
- Advises patients regarding prescriptions and treatment plans.
- Follows all federal, state, and nursing guidelines, regulations, and standards.
- Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, including x-rays, blood work, and scans.
- Refers patients to specialists if necessary and analyzes medical records and reports.
- Updates patient charts and uploads to Electronic Health Record (EHR) software.
- Works with a team of nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and doctors to provide quality patient care.
- Examines patients, including discussing medical history and symptoms and performing physicals.
- Knows how to use popular tools, including: medical database software, medical research software, medical diagnosis software, medical billing software, e-prescribing software, scheduling software and billing software.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse licenses in the state of Texas.
- Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the specialty is preferred.
- National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner from an accredited agency.
- Master’s in nursing required, Doctorate of Nursing preferred.
- Two or more years of clinical experience as a nursing practitioner at a physician practice or in a hospital.
- Bilingual in English & Spanish preferred.
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Communicates effectively, speaking multiple languages is preferred.
- Collaborates with nurse practitioners, registered nurses, doctors, and other medical professionals.
- Problem-solves well independently and as part of a team.
- Develops strong relationships with patients and their families and has a stellar bedside manner.
