Advanced Practice Provider

Company: HEALTHCARE FOR THE HOMELESS - HOUSTON
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Advanced Practice Provider Reports To: Chief Medical Officer Location: Caroline Clinic, Cathedral Clinic, Reed Family Clinic, and Street Medicine Outreach Overview The Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) provides high-quality, trauma-informed, and patient-centered care to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, housing instability, and complex medical, behavioral, and social needs. Practicing within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and under the supervision of a licensed physician, this position serves in both traditional clinic settings and community-based street medicine environments. The Provider plays a key role in improving access to care for underserved populations by delivering comprehensive medical services, advancing health equity, and supporting integrated models of care that address physical, behavioral, and social needs. Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Care (Clinic and Street-Based Settings) Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history-taking, physical exams, screenings, and diagnostic evaluations. Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, HIV, hepatitis C, and behavioral health concerns. Prescribe medications, therapies, and other interventions in accordance with licensure and scope of practice. Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging studies to inform patient care. Provide preventive care and health maintenance, including immunizations, well visits, reproductive health, and health education. Deliver care using trauma-informed, harm-reduction, and culturally responsive approaches that build trust with individuals in nontraditional settings. Participate in outreach and mobile health operations, providing care in encampments, shelters, day centers, and other field environments. Implement safety planning and crisis intervention in collaboration with behavioral health and outreach teams. Care Coordination and Team Collaboration Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team—including physicians, nurses, behavioral health providers, care coordinators, and community health workers—to ensure whole-person, integrated care. Coordinate referrals to specialty care, diagnostics, behavioral health, and substance use services; ensure follow-up and continuity of care. Participate in clinical and street medicine huddles, interdisciplinary case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives. Partner with community agencies, shelters, hospitals, and housing providers to streamline services and reduce barriers to care. Participate in community outreach, patient engagement, and health education events as needed. Compliance, Documentation, and Quality Improvement Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR), in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory standards. Participate in ongoing quality improvement, performance measurement, and UDS reporting as part of FQHC operations. Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and practice standards (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA, HRSA, FTCA). Engage in continuing education to stay current on clinical guidelines and emerging practices relevant to community-based care. Comply with all FQHC reporting requirements, including UDS data collection and quality metrics. Support HHH Mission Demonstrates a commitment to HHH’s mission of promoting health, hope, and dignity for individuals experiencing homelessness through equitable and compassionate care. Upholds trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and patient-centered principles in all interactions, contributing to an inclusive and supportive environment for patients and team members. Actively contributes to a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation in service of our goal to eliminate health disparities and advance systems-level change. Minimum Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program Current license to practice in the State of Texas Current national certification (NCCPA, ANCC, or AANP) DEA license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification At least 1–2 years of clinical experience in a primary care, urgent care, or community-based setting Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR), preferably EPIC Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience working with medically underserved populations, especially individuals experiencing homelessness, housing instability, and/or co-occurring behavioral health conditions Experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or similar safety-net setting Familiarity with trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and integrated care models Bilingual in English and Spanish Experience with MAT, HIV, or chronic disease management programs HHH values lived experience as an essential form of expertise. Individuals who have experienced homelessness, housing instability, or other barriers to healthcare access are strongly encouraged to apply.

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