Advanced Practice Provider, Urology Outpatient

Advanced Practice Provider, Urology Outpatient (948516) The Department of Urology is looking for an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician assistant to join their outpatient team working in the Urology Clinic. This position requires an individual that wants to grow in Urology is flexible and has a patient centered approach to care. Additionally, they should have strong communication skills. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Schedule: Monday-Friday, no call, weekends, or holidays. Benefits PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 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 Qualifications Graduate of a master’s degree or higher from the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program, or Master’s degree or higher in nursing, documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program, and graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) required, or Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing, with authorization for prescriptive authority. Current applicable Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association or American Red Cross Life Support certification based on UT Southwestern policy. 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 and 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 and/or clinical research protocols 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 This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position. 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 The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center