APP- Family Medicine (Outpatient) – Health Connect PT (.5)

Acclaim Physician Group, Inc. (Acclaim) is a multi specialty medical group practice comprised of over 500 physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants that partner with JPS Health Network (JPS). Acclaim supports JPS’s mission of transforming healthcare delivery for the communities we serve. From primary care to pediatrics to a full range of specialties, Acclaim’s goal is to provide high-quality, compassionate care for every patient, every time.

As the county health network and Level-1 Trauma Center, JPS has been serving the residents of Tarrant County for over 100 years. In addition to providing high-quality care, JPS is also an urban teaching hospital with a long history of training physicians and medical students. JPS offers 18 residency and fellowship programs, including the largest family medicine residency in the nation. JPS educates in tandem with the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, and Texas Christian University Medical School.

For more information, visit  www.teamacclaim.org.

Job Title:

APP- Family Medicine (Outpatient) – Health Connect PT (.5)

Requisition Number:

req28239

 

 

Location:

JPOC 1400

 

 

Job Description:

Job Description:

Acclaim Multispecialty Group, a partner with JPS Health Network is seeking a motivated and ambitious advanced practice provider to join our dynamic General Family Medicine team.  As the county hospital system, JPS has been serving the residents of Tarrant County for over 100 years.  This is a wonderful opportunity for innovative and passionate individuals to treat complex medical issues to those patients that need it most.   

In addition to the nourishing and rewarding clinical atmosphere, JPS is also an urban teaching hospital with a long history of training physicians and medical students. JPS offers 18 residency and fellowship programs.  
The hospital is located in the heart of The Magnolia Village and Medical District of Fort Worth, the 17th-largest city in the U.S. and one of “America’s Most Livable Communities.” We have a thriving center of culture, commerce, the Historic Stockyards, remarkable museums, a vibrant and clean downtown area, Botanical Gardens and great annual events! 

Job Summary: 

The JPS Health Network Health Connect Clinic serves as an access point for patients who need timely connection to primary care, behavioral health, and other essential services. Providers deliver short-term outpatient care, addressing immediate needs while ensuring patients are transitioned to the most appropriate ongoing care setting. This role supports the mission of JPS Health Network by improving access, continuity, and coordination of care for the community. 

Duties and Essential Job Functions: 

Provides outpatient assessment and treatment for adult and pediatric patients in the Health Connect Clinic. 
Focuses on timely access and connection, ensuring patients are linked to appropriate primary care, behavioral health, or specialty services for ongoing management. Addresses immediate health needs, develops short-term care plans, and coordinates necessary diagnostics, treatment, and follow-up. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, including behavioral health providers, care coordinators, social workers, and primary care teams, to optimize transitions. 

 Utilizes national evidence-based guidelines and JPS Health Network/Acclaim Multispecialty Group protocols to guide clinical decisions. 

Demonstrates compassionate, patient-centered care that supports continuity and patient satisfaction. 
Maintains strong collaborative relationships with physicians, residents, advanced practice professionals, medical students, and staff. 
Participates in quality improvement, peer review, and clinical performance programs within the JPS Health Network. 
Serves as a resource to the community by helping patients navigate healthcare access and support services. 
Represents the Health Connect Clinic and JPS Health Network through professional engagement with patients, families, and community stakeholders. 
Performs other job-related duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Must be comfortable working in a large public/county facility  
Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge in area assigned, and c