Advanced Practice Provider- Psychiatry

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, Texas 79410 United States  View Map
Posted: Apr 04, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Public Health
  • Job Description

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    Advanced Practice Provider- Psychiatry
    Lamesa
    40643BR

    Position Description
    This is a full time onsite position
    Employees in this position are responsible for augmenting a supervising physician's data gathering abilities to reach decisions and institute patient care plans. Provides health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of a Physician.

    Major/Essential Functions
    • Detection of severe mental illness in all inmate interactions.
    • Inmate Risk Management.
    • General O/P management of severely mentally ill and at-risk inmates.
    • Process referrals to medical and mental health providers.
    • Correct and thorough completion of all types of clinical interviews. Completes all daily documentation by the close of business each day.
    • Processes release from CDO.
    • Reports OPI and inmate threats to others to security as instructed by Safe Prisons Plan.
    • Processes release from MHO or release from referral to BHF.
    • Assessments are written based on balanced clinical judgment.
    • Effectively prioritizing job duties while maintaining risk management as a priority. Maintains monthly productivity numbers as set by the Behavioral Health Management Team.
    • Follows all Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Health Services, ACA, TTUHSC policies and procedures, and Outpatient Behavioral Health guidelines.
    • The APP responds positively and professionally to supervision, handling constructive criticism with respect. They keep the supervisor informed of both clinical and non-clinical issues.
    • The APP attends training sessions and reads relevant books to enhance their knowledge and skills, applying the content to practice. They use professional development funds for clinical license renewal.
    • Professionally completes other unit-specific tasks.
    • Performs a variety of marginal duties to be determined and assigned by the Regional Manager, Senior Director of Outpatient Services, direct Supervisor, local Administrator, or designees.
    • Conducts telehealth clinics to other units as assigned by direct Supervisor or Senior Director of Outpatient Services.
    • Ensure all Inmate/Patient reminders are accurate.


    Required Qualifications
    Graduation from a Physician Assistant's training program approved by the Council on Allied Health Education Accreditation of the American Medical Association. Current Physician Assistant license in the State of Texas or ability to transfer license to Texas. Certification as a Physician Assistant as evidenced by passing the examinations given by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants. OR Graduation from an accredited school of nursing as a nurse practitioner from an approved certification program recognized by Texas Board of Nursing. Current R.N. license as approved by the Texas Board of Nursing or ability to transfer license to Texas. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner from an approved certification program as recognized by Texas Board of Nursing or ability to transfer certification to Texas.

    To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=887902

    All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

    The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.







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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
    • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

    About Us

    Nationally recognized for innovative programs, academic achievement, cutting-edge research and exceptional patient care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center aims to promote a greater health environment for West Texas and beyond. While our flagship campus resides proudly in Lubbock, Texas, TTUHSC operates five schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lubbock and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa).

    Like Texas itself, we are an independent and proud institution that is part of a larger union, the Texas Tech University System. As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing the people of West Texas with world-class patient care. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.

    Our Mission

    As a comprehensive health sciences center, our mission is to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.

    Our Values & Culture

    Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Our five values guide our actions and principles: Beyond Service, Kindhearted, Integrity, One Team, and Visionary.

    Compensation & Benefits

    We are proud to offer many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance, paid time off and substantial automatic retirement contributions. Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:

    • Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
    • State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
    • Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
    • Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
    • Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
    • Leadership and Professional Development Programs
    • Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
    • Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay

    We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Consistently ranked as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education, TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!

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