Advanced Practice Provider, Pediatric Cardiac Thoracic Surgical First Assist

Job Summary The Heart Center at Children’s Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center is a leading program in pediatric and congenital heart disease, focused on collaboration, innovation, and exceptional patient care. As an Advanced Practice Provider (APP), you will join a multidisciplinary team and practice at the top of your license, serving as a critical member of the care team. Scheduled Hours Variable 10° shifts, including call, holiday, and weekend rotation. 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 Required Experience and Education Education Master’s degree in nursing or a higher degree and completion of an accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Documentation of completion and Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with the clinical practice area and patient population. 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 + RNFA) by the Texas State Board of Nursing upon hire, with authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board (PA‑C) upon hire. Current Basic Advanced Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification by the American Heart Association or Red Cross, as required by UT Southwestern policy for APPs upon hire. Preferred Experience 1‑2 years of surgical assist in pediatric cardiothoracic surgery. Job Duties Diagnoses and treats critically ill patients, develops and manages treatment plans, and performs advanced procedures. 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr