Advance Practice Provider NP/PA

CVS Health • Pearland, TX

12h • Onsite

About The Position

This part-time float position serves MinuteClinic locations in the Central and South Houston area. The role delivers high-quality, evidence-based primary and family care in clinic, with virtual visits conducted from the clinic when onsite patient volume permits and virtual care does not delay or interfere with in-person care. Providers work with clinical support and collaborative resources, and are expected to practice within their license and follow evidence-based care guidelines.

The position includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic conditions; diagnostic testing; preventive counseling; treatment of injuries and illnesses; care coordination; wellness services; chronic disease management; and preventive screenings. Clinic operations also include inventory management, opening and closing the clinic, patient follow-up, insurance verification, payment collection, and timely appointment management. Charting and follow-up are completed during the scheduled shift.

Candidates must meet the applicable Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate education, certification, and licensure requirements. A current BLS certification and the ability to pass a respirator fit test are required. DOT certification must be completed within 30 days of employment. Physical presence at the assigned clinic is required. The stated hourly pay rate for this position and location is $66.50–$77.50 based on experience, plus shift differentials and a quarterly incentive plan; the posting also lists a typical pay range of $41.85–$90.13 for the job grade. The role is eligible for a range of benefits and programs, subject to hours worked and eligibility.

Requirements

• Nurse Practitioners: Master’s degree from an accredited Family Nurse Practitioner program; current AANP or ANCC national board certification; and an active, unrestricted state APRN license. An active, unrestricted Family Nurse Practitioner license in good standing is required.
• Physician Associates: Graduate of an ARC-PA-accredited physician assistant program and an active, unrestricted state PA/Physician Associate license, or eligibility to obtain one upon hire. A master’s degree in physician assistant studies or a related field is required for graduates of programs with post-2020 matriculation; a bachelor’s degree is acceptable for earlier graduates of accredited programs. Current NCCPA certification is required.
• Obtain and maintain multistate licensure based on business needs.
• Ability to provide holistic, evidence-based care, including counseling related to pregnancy prevention, STI prevention, and safer sex practices (NPs).
• Ability to order and administer vaccines and injections, including COVID-19, influenza, TB testing, and Depo-Provera (NPs).
• Complete a DOT certification exam within 30 days of employment.
• Maintain active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Pass a respirator fit test.
• Be physically present at the assigned clinic.
• Ability to perform duties involving prolonged standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to perform Basic Life Support.

Nice To Haves

• One year of Nurse Practitioner experience; qualified new graduates may be considered.
• Prior Physician Associate experience; qualified new graduates may be considered.
• Bilingual proficiency may be required depending on market needs.
• Experience with the EPIC electronic health record.
• Prior MinuteClinic precepting rotation for candidates with less than one year of provider experience.
• Experience conducting patient assessments and exercising sound clinical decision-making in a virtual care environment.
• Familiarity with digital health tools and virtual communication technologies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based primary and family care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Provide in-person and virtual visits from the clinic to support positive patient health outcomes.
• Perform diagnostic testing, preventive counseling, treatment of injuries and illnesses, and coordination of care with other healthcare professionals.
• Engage patients in wellness services, chronic disease management, and preventive health screenings.
• Complete clinic operations, including inventory management, clinic opening and closing, patient follow-up, insurance verification, and payment collection.
• Support a safe and efficient care environment through routine examinations and timely patient appointment management.
• Complete charting and follow-up during the scheduled shift.

Benefits

• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Wellness resources
• Employee discounts
• Access to certain voluntary benefits
• Other programs supporting colleagues’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being, depending on hours worked and eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level