Advanced Practice Provider, Pulmonary Hypertension

Why UT Southwestern?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. At UT Southwestern Medical Center, our specialists in pulmonology, cardiology, rheumatology, sleep medicine, cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, and solid-organ transplant have years of experience diagnosing and treating people with pulmonary hypertension. As a team, they develop a personalized plan for patients, using the latest advancements in heart and lung care to manage symptoms for improved health.

The pulmonary hypertension team at UT Southwestern is known nationally for its medical care and clinical research. Our specialists are leaders in the most prestigious organizations, including the Pulmonary Hypertension Association. Our surgeons are also widely recognized as leaders in lung transplantation, which is sometimes needed to treat severe cases of pulmonary hypertension. 

Job Summary

The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, is looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their growing team with the Pulmonary Hypertension Program. M-F 8 a.m. – 5p.m.  This position will require excellent communication skills, organization skills, and a patient centered approach to care. You will see both new and established patients.  Veterans encouraged to apply.  

Experience and Education

• Master’s degree or higher in nursing, documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.
• Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Current applicable American Heart Association or Red Cross Life Support certification(s) based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.    OR
• Graduate of a Master’s degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program. 
• Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certification required.
• Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers. 

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 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/participates in quality related initiatives through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, 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.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities of Position

• Accuracy and ability to exercise considerable judgment.
• Ability to maintain current customer service, clinical, and technical skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities and provide suggestions for improvements in departmental policy, procedures, and protocols.
• Proficient use of EMR in the delivery of care Working Conditions
• Work is performed primarily in a clinical environment. The incumbent may be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases.

Working Conditions 

• Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of the Vice President for Human Resources Administration, or his/her designee.

• To meet the needs of the team, this position requires the APP to work a minimum of one shift per calendar month, based on operational needs. Nights, weekends, or holidays may be required by department.
• Work is performed primarily in a clinical environment.  The incumbent may be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit:  https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/