NP, Nurse Practitioner / PA, Physician Assistant - Family Medicine

NP, Nurse Practitioner / PA, Physician Assistant - Family Medicine at Christus Health summary : The Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant in Family Medicine provides comprehensive primary care including preventive, acute, and chronic care management in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include conducting physicals, diagnosing conditions, ordering diagnostic tests, and collaborating with physicians to develop treatment plans. The role requires appropriate licensure, national certification, clinical experience, and strong communication skills. Description Job Summary We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Family Medicine team in Athens, TX . This is an excellent opportunity to provide comprehensive primary care in a supportive outpatient environment focused on patient-centered care and long-term wellness. Key Responsibilities Deliver full-scope family medicine services, including preventive, acute, and chronic care management Conduct routine physicals, wellness exams, and screenings for patients of all ages Diagnose and manage common medical conditions and minor injuries Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests and imaging Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians Provide patient education on wellness, disease prevention, and chronic care management Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the EMR Qualifications Current Texas license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant National board certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA) Minimum of 1 year of experience in family medicine or primary care preferred Strong communication and clinical skills Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team Schedule & Compensation Monday–Friday, 8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM schedule Competitive compensation based on experience Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, malpractice coverage, PTO, CME allowance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Keywords : Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Family Medicine, Primary Care, Patient Care, Chronic Disease Management, Preventive Care, Diagnostic Testing, Outpatient Care, Clinical Skills