- Location
- Missouri City, TX
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Closing date
- 2 weeks ago
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
Benefits
- Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
- $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
- Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
- Subsidized Gym Membership
- And much more!
Location: Aurum Wellness (LMT) - 3021 Texas Parkway Missouri City, TX 77489
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant | Family Medicine - Job Overview
Schedule: Monday-Friday (8a-5p)
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in community healthcare? At Legacy Community Health, we’re more than just a healthcare provider—we’re a family committed to making a difference. As a Family Medicine Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, you’ll be at the heart of our mission to bring compassionate, high-quality care to individuals and families who need it most. You’ll have the flexibility to design your schedule, the support of a collaborative team, and the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.
Here’s what makes this role truly special:
- Meaningful Work: Deliver patient-centered care that transforms lives and uplifts the health of our communities.
- Flexibility & Balance: Enjoy the autonomy of a per diem schedule that fits your lifestyle and personal goals.
- Collaborative Team: Join a diverse group of healthcare professionals who believe in working together to achieve excellence.
- Professional Growth: Benefit from mentorship, ongoing training, and development opportunities to advance your career.
- Mission-Driven Impact: Be part of an organization that champions health equity and provides care to underserved populations.
Position Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant administers care to patients under the supervision of physicians.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow the guidelines specific to your licensure, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
- Conduct comprehensive and focused assessments to evaluate patients’ health status effectively.
- Gather detailed health histories through interviews and reviews of health records.
- Perform thorough physical examinations and document findings with accuracy.
- Provide health education, counseling on illness prevention, and family planning services.
- Collaborate with supervising physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to guide and personalize patient care plans.
- Advocate for patients’ rights and ensure their voices are central to care decisions.
- Deliver tailored clinical therapy and treatment to meet individual patient needs.
- Participate actively in quality improvement initiatives and relevant committees.
- Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge through training and professional development programs.
- Support extended clinic hours, on-call programs, and triage calls when required.
- Refer complex cases to supervising physicians or specialists for additional expertise.
- Ensure safe operation of medical equipment and adherence to workplace safety protocols.
- Foster respectful and collaborative relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current NP/PA license from the Texas Board of Nursing and completion of program at an accredited school
- Minimum of 2 years of NP/PA experience, with a preference for FQHC clinic settings, providing a solid foundation in community healthcare
- Current/active DEA
- Proficiency in managing multiple deadlines with a strategic prioritization approach, ensuring operational efficiency
About Legacy Community Health
As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:
Approachable & Collaborative
We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.
Driven & Committed
We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.
Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators
We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.