Advanced Practice Provider – Cross-Cover

JPS Health Network•Fort Worth, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in the Cross-Cover role works across multiple settings within the Behavioral Health department, including Inpatient, Outpatient, Consultation-Liaison Service, Child & Adolescent, and the Psychiatric Emergency Center, based on staffing needs determined by department clinical leadership. The APP coordinates multidisciplinary care, assesses and treats patients, educates patients and families, and refers patients to appropriate services within the scope of practice and under physician supervision as required. The role provides evidence-based, compassionate, patient-centered care and collaborates with physicians, residents, learners, other providers, and support staff. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, in 8-hour shifts, with participation in an inpatient weekend call rotation. Shifts may be assigned to different settings and locations depending on departmental clinical needs.

Requirements

Current Texas Physician Assistant license or Texas APRN license with PMHNP certification.
DEA certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Commitment to patient safety, efficiency, and equitable healthcare delivery.
Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR).

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working as an advanced practice provider in a psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities

Coordinate multidisciplinary care to optimize patient outcomes within the scope of practice and under physician supervision as required.
Review medical charts to assess, diagnose, treat, and educate patients and families.
Refer patients to appropriate services as needed.
Ensure care delivery aligns with JPS Health Network and Acclaim Physician Group guidelines.
Provide evidence-based, compassionate care to improve outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Demonstrate patient-centered and value-driven behavior.
Collaborate with attending physicians, residents, learners, other providers, and support staff to ensure high-quality care.
Document patient care accurately and promptly in the electronic health record, complying with billing, regulatory, and accreditation standards, including The Joint Commission, CMS, and Texas Administrative Code.
Participate in Performance Improvement Programs and Peer Review committees as needed.
Build positive relationships with staff, partners, patients, and the community to enhance the JPS Health Network and Acclaim Physician Group experience and foster a supportive, inclusive work environment.
Serve as a community resource.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.