Job 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!

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Job Overview

Embrace Innovation in School-Based Pediatric Healthcare

Join our dedicated team at Legacy Community Health, where you will play a vital role as a School-Based Health Advanced Practice Provider in delivering exceptional healthcare directly within the school setting in Houston, TX including YES Prep North Central Elementary (1900 Strawn Rd, Houston, TX 77039) and YES Prep North Central Secondary (13703 Aldine Westfield Rd, Houston, TX 77039). Your expertise will help shape the future of pediatric care by:

• Providing comprehensive medical attention and innovative care solutions to children within the School-Based program clinic setting.
• Collaborating with top-tier physicians and integrating with a dynamic healthcare team.
• Utilizing cutting-edge technology and protocols to ensure efficient and effective patient care.

At Legacy Community Health, you will experience:

• A fulfilling work environment dedicated to community impact and healthcare innovation.
• Professional growth opportunities, including potential loan repayment programs.
• A mission-driven approach towards advancing the quality of healthcare for young children in school communities.

Join us in our commitment to delivering healthcare excellence and improving lives, one child at a time.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer comprehensive and routine pediatric care within the School-Based program, including performing medical procedures and administering drug treatments.
• Consult and coordinate with supervising physicians to ensure compliance with policies and protocols.
• Document all client care promptly and accurately in electronic medical records.
• Engage in telephonic consultations for triaging, advising, and appropriate client referrals.
• Participate in on-call duties and refer complex cases to physicians as necessary.
• Assist in educating patients on preventive health measures and healthcare plans.
• Contribute to Performance Improvement Programs and participate in relevant committees.
• Maintain meticulous patient records, ensuring adherence to all safety protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current licensure with the Texas Physician Assistant Board or Texas Board of Nursing.
• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• A minimum of one year of medical experience in a physician's office or equivalent setting.
• Proficiency in the use of electronic medical records.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with enthusiasm and motivation.
• Strong capability in managing multiple deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
• Experience in a school-based clinic environment is highly desirable.
• Bilingual in Spanish is considered an asset.

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.

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Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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