Advanced Practice Provider, Neurosurgery and Spine - Texas Health Dallas

Advanced Practice Provider, Neurosurgery and Spine - Texas Health Dallas

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY UT Southwestern Department of Neurosurgery, in strategic partnership with Texas Health Dallas (THD), is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) to join a newly established, mission-driven neurosurgery and spine team. This is a rare opportunity to help shape a growing program at the intersection of academic excellence and community impact. You will work alongside fellowship-trained neurosurgeons committed to evidence-based, patient-centered care, mentorship, and team collaboration. We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, and initiative-driven APP who is excited about building with us and making a meaningful difference in patients' lives. Scheduled Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. No call or weekends.

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

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education Master's 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. OR Graduate of a master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program. Licenses and Certifications Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Acute Care Certification required. RNFA preferred. OR Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board. AND Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on the UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers. Preferred - 1 year minimum of clinical experience in Neurosurgery, Neurology or Spine

JOB DUTIES Provide comprehensive care across the surgical continuumincluding OR, inpatient, and outpatient settings Partner closely with neurosurgeons in daily rounding, patient management, and continuity of care Collaborate with nurses, staff, and the care team to ensure seamless transitions and outstanding patient experience Conduct and document physical examinations, order/interpret diagnostics, and develop evidence-based care plans Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the team's culture of high-value care Optional opportunities for involvement in research and program development Treat patients with the highest standards of professionalism and compassion, always placing them at the center of care Performs other duties as assigned.

IDEAL CANDIDATE Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced surgical environment Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and strong communication skills Excited to grow with a program that is expanding in scope and reputation Committed to professional excellence and contributing to a high-performing, collegial team

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.

PRIMARY LOCATION: Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

WORK LOCATIONS: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd Dallas 75390

JOB: Advanced Practice Provider

ORGANIZATION: 416003 - NS-Clinic THD

SCHEDULE: Full-time

SHIFT: Day Job

EMPLOYEE STATUS: Regular

JOB TYPE: Standard