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Full-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Pain Management Clinic (Pasadena, TX)
Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing pain management clinic in Pasadena, Texas. This is a full-time role (approximately 40 hours/week, 8 AM–5 PM) with no nights, no weekends, and no call. The position is primarily outpatient, with the option to gain experience in inpatient settings for interested candidates.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work directly with patients managing chronic and acute pain conditions, including musculoskeletal, neuropathic, and post-surgical pain. You will work in a supportive and collaborative environment focused on high-quality, patient-centered care. The supervising physician has trained 7 NPs/PAs and provides structured mentorship with increasing autonomy over time.
What Success Looks Like
- Confidence in assessing and managing a variety of pain syndromes
- Competence in evaluating imaging, physical exam findings, and treatment response
- Clear and compassionate communication with patients and the care team
- Efficient documentation and follow-through on care plans
- Eagerness to grow, learn, and eventually manage an independent patient load
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients with chronic and acute pain, including back pain, joint pain, neuropathy, headaches, and post-operative pain
- Review imaging (MRI, CT, X-ray) and coordinate treatment plans under physician supervision
- Prescribe appropriate medications, including non-opioid and opioid therapies, in compliance with current guidelines
- Educate patients on multimodal pain management strategies
- Perform or assist with minor procedures (e.g., trigger point injections, joint injections – training provided)
- Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, and other specialists as needed
- Optional: Assist with inpatient pain consults and follow-ups (training provided)
Qualifications
- Licensed or license-eligible NP or PA in the state of Texas
- Board certified (AANP/ANCC for NP, NCCPA for PA)
- New graduates welcome; prior experience in pain management, internal medicine, or orthopedics is a plus
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Interest in developing expertise in interventional pain, pharmacologic management, and patient education
Why Join Us
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Structured mentorship and clinical growth with increasing independence
- No nights, weekends, or call
- Collaborative and respectful work environment
- Exposure to cutting-edge treatments and procedures in pain medicine
