Advanced Practice Provider I, Pediatric Electrophysiology

UT Southwestern; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

TRS retirement programs

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) for Pediatric Electrophysiology. The Heart Center collaborates with Children’s Health and UT Southwestern hospitals to deliver high-quality care.

The role emphasizes top-of-license practice, multidisciplinary teamwork, and opportunities for professional growth. New grad rate mentioned as $130,000, with a strong team environment and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or higher and Texas BON authorization must align with practice area.
• ARC-PA accredited PA program graduation required.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications required per UT Southwestern policy.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat critically ill patients and manage treatment plans.
• Develop and implement patient care plans.
• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations appropriate to age and diagnosis.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies; synthesize data to guide care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
• Participate in quality initiatives and research projects.

Skills

Advanced practice nursing

Pediatric care

Clinical decision making

Education

Master's degree in nursing or higher

ARC-PA accredited PA program graduate

Job description

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant II, Pediatric Electrophysiology

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 Heart Center at Children's Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center is one of the nation's leading programs in pediatric and congenital heart disease-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 Heart Center, you'll join a multidisciplinary team that includes world-class cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, critical care physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals working together across inpatient, procedural, and ambulatory settings. APPs in the Heart Center 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 $130,000*

Clinic Hours: 10°shifts including variable holidays

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

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Experience and Education

Required

Education

• 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 ), Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( ACLS ), Pediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS ) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on the UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers upon hire.

Preferred Experience

• Pediatric electrophysiology experience as an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is strongly preferred.

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 5