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SUMMARY: Provides advanced clinical care under the supervision of a physician, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patient conditions. Collaborates with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while exercising independent clinical judgment within the scope of licensure. Primary Responsibilities • Provide follow up care for patients with general endocrine disorders • Provides advanced patient care, including comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning. • Conducts initial, ongoing, and follow-up patient evaluations and documents findings accurately. • Develops and implements individualized plans of care in collaboration with physicians and the care team. • Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests and procedures. • Prescribes medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations and clinical protocols. • Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures within scope of practice. • Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care. • Monitors patient progress and modifies treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes. • Provides patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and preventive care. • Ensures accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic medical record. • Maintains compliance with Clinic policies, HIPAA regulations, and applicable state and federal laws. • Participates in quality improvement initiatives and supports clinical best practices. • Performs all other duties as assigned. Education and Experience • Current licensure as a Nurse Practioner (NP) in the State of Texas required • Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (“ANCC”) or is otherwise qualified under federal, state, or other healthcare regulations, and applicable accrediting bodies to provide Endocrinology Services • In good standing under the laws of the State of Texas to engage in the unrestricted practice of medicine. • Is eligible and approved for professional liability coverage. • Has an unrestricted right to participate in federal health care programs, including Medicare. • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required. Required Skills and Abilities • Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills. • Ability to practice independently within scope while collaborating effectively with physicians. • Excellent communication and patient education skills. • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. • Team oriented • Ability to manage multiple patients and priorities in a clinical setting. • Commitment to patient-centered care and quality outcomes. Professional interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with leadership, physicians, and peers. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). • Proficiency in electronic medical record platforms (Epic). • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred • Physical Requirements • Ability to stand for extended periods of time. • Ability to lift, position, push, and/or transfer patients safely. • Ability to sit, walk, and perform physical movements including lifting (up to 50 pounds), pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, kneeling, and crouching. • Ability to use hands and fingers for clinical tasks, data entry, and phone use. • Ability to maintain full range of motion and mobility during patient care activities. • Ability to speak clearly and hear well enough to communicate by phone and in person • Visual acuity to read computer screens • Ability to focus for long periods and manage high-volume, detail oriented tasks NOTE:  This job profile describes the duties and requirements of the position.  Requirements stated are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to successfully perform the job.  The employee may be asked to perform other job-related duties as required.