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Nephrology Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Appcast$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Professional Nurse with an advanced educational background in nursing.
  • Master's degree in nursing preferred.
  • Three years of nursing experience required.
  • Two years of advanced practice experience preferred.
  • Must be eligible for or currently have a Medicare provider number.
  • Active Texas RN license and credentialing as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner required.
  • Current AHA BLS or higher certification required.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to deliver specialized preventive care and ongoing health maintenance.
  • Provide care for well, acutely ill, and chronically ill patients across various settings.
  • Engage in comprehensive patient evaluations and assessments.
  • Implement and monitor individualized care plans for patients.
  • Educate patients on health maintenance and disease prevention.
  • Maintain accurate and timely medical records and documentation.

Benefits

  • Participate in a supportive healthcare team environment.
  • Diverse work settings, including ambulatory and inpatient care.
  • Opportunity to care for a wide range of patient populations.
  • Advancement opportunities in an established healthcare organization.
Full Job Description
University Health is seeking a passionate, board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dynamic Nephrology team. In this hybrid role-split between inpatient and outpatient settings-you'll provide compassionate, patient-centered care while helping advance our commitment to excellence in nephrology.

The ideal candidate is a dedicated clinician who thrives in a collaborative environment, values lifelong learning, and is eager to support a diverse patient community. Two or more years of direct nephrology experience are preferred.

Why You'll Love This Role
  • Balanced Schedule: Monday-Friday hybrid model-1 week in clinic, 1 week rounding in the hospital
  • Impactful Work: Manage and follow patients with acute and chronic kidney disease, ensuring continuity and quality of care
  • Collaboration: Work side-by-side with nephrologists and multidisciplinary teams to create personalized treatment plans
  • Guidance and mentorship from a dedicated academic nephrologist
  • Education & Empowerment: Help patients and families understand disease management, medications, and lifestyle changes
  • Professional Growth: Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the continued growth of our Nephrology program


What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Annual Professional Business Expense Allowance and Paid CME days
  • Internal Loan Repayment program
  • Comprehensive benefits with affordable medical insurance
  • Generous paid time off and retirement plan options with employer match
  • Mentoring programs and regular provider meetings that foster teamwork and growth


Education & Experience

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) program.
  • At least 3 years of nursing experience with 2 years of advanced practice preferred.


Licensure & Certifications

Current Texas RN and APRN license (for NPs) or Texas PA license. Must hold national certification, prescriptive authority, and AHA BLS (or higher) certification as required by Medical-Dental Staff Bylaws. A valid DEA number is required within 90 days of hire.

Life in San Antonio, Texas

Experience the perfect blend of big-city amenities and small-town charm in San Antonio-a vibrant, culturally rich community known for its friendly people, diverse neighborhoods, and affordable cost of living. Enjoy world-class dining, outdoor recreation, and a thriving arts scene, all while benefiting from no state income tax. With excellent public and private schools, San Antonio offers an exceptional quality of life for professionals and families alike.

About Appcast

Appcast is a global leader in programmatic recruitment advertising technology. More than just a job board, Appcast?s programmatic recruitment advertising exchange connects employers and job seekers through real-time bidding and automatic job ad optimization. Appcast?s proprietary technology and advanced data analysis tools enable employers to source and hire top talent quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Appcast is headquartered in Lebanon, New Hampshire, with offices in Boston, New York City, San Francisco, London, Manchester, and Budapest.
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Size
200 employees
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Founded
2014

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