Cardiovascular Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Fellowship

Overview The Cardiovascular Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Fellowship at UTHealth Heart & Vascular is a 12-month, full-time postgraduate training program designed to prepare new graduate Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants for advanced clinical practice in cardiovascular medicine. This intensive fellowship accelerates the transition from graduate training to high-level, independent practice within a high-acuity, specialized cardiovascular environment. Fellows receive structured, competency-based training aligned with American College of Cardiology (ACC) cardiovascular team competencies, while gaining comprehensive hands-on experience across the full continuum of cardiovascular care. The fellowship is a regular, classified full-time appointment for a 12-month term, including an initial six-month probationary period. Participants must complete all program requirements and obtain and maintain all required certifications, licensure, and credentials within established timeframes. The fellowship is term-limited and does not confer any right or expectation of employment beyond the fellowship period. Fellowship Training & Rotations Fellows participate in immersive clinical rotations that may include: Ambulatory Cardiology Inpatient Cardiology Consult Services Electrophysiology Cardiac Critical Care Advanced Heart Failure Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic Surgery Training is supported by dedicated faculty mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and progressive clinical responsibility throughout the fellowship year. Fellowship Highlights 12-month structured postgraduate fellowship Rotations across the entire cardiovascular care continuum Competency-based curriculum with progressive autonomy Interdisciplinary training alongside cardiology, cardiac surgery, and critical care teams Simulation-based learning and structured didactics Individualized faculty mentorship Capstone quality improvement or scholarly project with formal presentation Why Train at UTHealth Houston Heart & Vascular UTHealth Houston Heart & Vascular is a leader in advanced and innovative cardiovascular care, treating complex cardiac cases in a high-volume academic medical center at the intersection of cutting-edge research and high-acuity clinical practice. Clinical exposure includes advanced heart failure and transplant services, structural and interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, cardiac critical care, and comprehensive cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery. Career Path and Opportunities The Cardiovascular APP Fellowship is an investment in long-term professional growth. Fellows who successfully complete the program are encouraged to transition into full-time APP roles within UTHealth Houston Heart & Vascular, supporting continued development within the health system. Compensation, Benefits, and Perks We offer a comprehensive rewards package, including: 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time) Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service) Retirement/pension plan Employee Wellbeing and Perks Wellbeing resources include: Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and wellness programs Other employee discounts (entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.) Resources for child and elder care Minimum Education Nurse Practitioner: Master’s degree in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner or Master’s degree in Nursing with completion of a post-master Nurse Practitioner certification program Physician Assistant: Master’s degree as a Physician Assistant from an ARC-PA accredited PA program required Licensure & Certification Nurse Practitioner: Current Texas licensure as a Registered Nurse Current Texas licensure as an APRN-NP National specialty certification as required by department Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Physician Assistant: Current Texas licensure as a Physician Assistant Current Physician Assistant certification issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) Minimum Experience None Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to meet clinic-specific competencies and expectations Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to build comprehensive reports and effectively convey information Knowledge of patient rights and applicable laws, including HIPAA Ability to clearly and concisely verbalize information and directions Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinic and department staff More information For more information, please visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr UTHealth Houston