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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH CENTERS Nurse Practitioner in Houston, Texas
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in related health field from an accredited college or university
- Licensure requirements of the state of jurisdiction
- Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program of an accredited university
- Board Certification
Job Description:
- Examines patient; compiles patient medical data and results of examination.
- Administers or orders diagnostic testssuch as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests.
- Compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
- Interprets diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
- Performs therapeutic proceduressuch as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
- Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
- Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
- Assists in the development, implementation and revision of policies affecting medical practice judgment and quality of occupational health care.
[**[Minimum age: 21 for insurance purposes
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