PA Academic

Join UT Southwestern on our mission to educate discover and heal. With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth Texas we are committed to excellence innovation teamwork and compassion. Our Office of Advanced Practice Providers (OAPP) supports more than 1000 advanced practice providers (APPs.) As an APP at UT Southwestern youll join a high-performing collaborative team that is dedicated to excellence in patient care and operates at the forefront of biomedical research. Recognized as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for nine consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report UT Southwestern has earned national rankings in eleven specialties areas including cardiology neurology and cancer care. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern APP team where youll discover teamwork professionalism and consistent opportunities for growth. Job Summary We are looking for a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our growing team in Cardiac Surgery. This person is compassionate about patient care a team player adaptable appreciates a fast-paced environment and has the desire to make a difference within a growing team. This is a nocturnal position that also includes providing cross-coverage for thoracic surgery. Rotating days off 12-hr shifts 6p-6a. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Education Graduate of a masters degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program. OR Masters 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 and Certification Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certification required. Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board. Current applicable American Heart Association Life Support certification(s) based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers. OR Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Current applicable (ACLS) American Heart Association or American Red Cross Life Support certification(s) based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers. Acute Care certification required. Experience One-year relevant clinical experience strongly preferred. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing and include: PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare 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