Advanced Practice Provider II, Pediatric Hematology Oncology, IP Dallas

Overview Job Description - Advanced Practice Provider II, Pediatric Hematology Oncology, IP Dallas (919699) Role Summary Advanced Practice Provider II, Pediatric Hematology Oncology, IP Dallas - (919699) Position Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Hematology Oncology, Dallas Why UT Southwestern? 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 1,000 Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. Working in collaboration with UT Southwestern pediatric faculty across Children’s Health and UT Southwestern hospitals and ambulatory clinics, our APPs are part of a multidisciplinary team providing the highest-quality patient care. Recognized as the top pediatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth by U.S. News & World Report, Children’s Health has earned national rankings in all eleven specialty areas as well as best children’s hospital in North Texas. Tied for No. 15 in the nation for pediatric cardiology and heart surgery, our experts at The Heart Center have helped thousands of children with heart conditions lead happier, healthier lives. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern cardiothoracic APP team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth. Job Summary The Pauline Allen Gill Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Children’s Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center is one of the largest pediatric hematology/oncology programs in the United States built on collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to extraordinary care for every patient and family we serve. As an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) within the Pauline Allen Gill Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team that includes world-class hematologists, oncologists, nurses, and allied health professionals working together across inpatient, procedural, and ambulatory settings. APPs in the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders practice at the top of their license, serving as essential members of the care team who bridge advanced clinical expertise with compassionate, family-centered care. New Grad Rate $136,500 Schedule Scheduled Hours: variable 13° shifts (including holidays and weekends) Benefits PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventative 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 Master's degree in nursing or higher degree and documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program and Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. OR Master's degree graduate of a Master’s or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program. Licenses/Certifications Advanced Practice RN (CPNP-AC) by Texas State Board of Nursing upon hire and authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing upon hire. OR National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and certified licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board (PA-C) upon hire. AND Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers upon hire. Preferred Experience Pediatric hematology oncology provider experience preferred. New grads with previous hematology oncology experience and/or who completed a clinical rotation in hematology oncology may be considered. Job Duties Diagnoses and treats critically ill patients, develops and manages treatment plans, and performs advanced procedures. Develops and implements treatment plans for patients. 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. Security and EEO Statement Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO Statement 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. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. 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