JOB SUMMARYThe Thoracic Surgery team at UT Southwestern is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join a growing team providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for patients with thoracic surgical conditions.
This position offers a blend of inpatient and outpatient practice, with approximately 50% of the role spent in each setting. The APP will play an important role in supporting and growing the Thoracic Surgery program in Frisco, while also providing coverage at the main Dallas campus as the Frisco program continues to develop. Initially, the position will include some travel between the Frisco and Dallas locations.
We are seeking an APP who is compassionate, adaptable, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced surgical environment. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical judgment and a desire to make a difference within a growing team. Previous surgical or critical care experience is preferred. Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Schedule: Rotating inpatient and outpatient schedule. Outpatient: 4 10-hour shifts. Inpatient: 3 12-hour shifts. Weekend coverage approximately once every 5 weeks with rotating holidays. No nights, call, or OR responsibilities.
BENEFITSUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall well-being and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONRequired- Graduate of a master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program; OR
- Master's degree or higher in nursing with documentation of completion of an accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with the clinical practice area and patient population.
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and licensure by the Texas Physician Assistant Board; OR
- Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by the Texas Board of Nursing with authorization for prescriptive authority.
- Current applicable Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.
Preferred- 1+ year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in a surgical, critical care, or related acute-care setting.
- Previous thoracic, surgical, or critical care experience preferred.
JOB DUTIES- Conducts and documents comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status.
- Synthesizes data and utilizes evidence to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/results.
- Demonstrates proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate and based on specialty and training.
- Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families, and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.
- Facilitates and participates in quality-related initiatives and/or clinical research protocols to improve clinical and system practice performance.
- Collaborates in research projects and protocols and routinely applies evidence-based best practices to patient care.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
