Advanced Practice Provider, Neurointerventional Radiology

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

100% preventive care coverage

Paid Time Off

TRS retirement programs

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF eligible employer

Comprehensive employee benefits

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join the Neuroradiology team. The role supports neurovascular and neurospine services with an inpatient emphasis and possible clinic coverage. The APP will manage pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-operative patient care in a comprehensive manner.

Schedule typically Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No holidays.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of Interventional Radiology or Radiology experience preferred.
• Experience as an APP or as RN/Technologist in IR/Radiology is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing physical assessments by age and diagnosis.
• Develop and evaluate the patient plan of care with orders and interpretations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in technical/procedural skills relevant to specialty.
• Provide management, referrals, and education to patients and families.
• Participate in quality initiatives and apply evidence-based practices.

Skills

IR experience

Radiology experience

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Acute Care Certification

ARC-PA accredited PA program

Job description

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'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Neuroradiology team, supporting neurovascular and neurospine services. This role is primarily inpatient-based, with opportunities to provide clinic coverage as needed. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will perform procedures and coordinate comprehensive patient care, including pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-operative management.

Schedule Monday-Friday, typically 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; schedule may vary based on clinic and business needs. No holidays.

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
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Experience

One to two (1-2) years of Interventional Radiology (IR) or Radiology experience strongly preferred, either as an APP or through prior experience as an RN or Technologist in an IR/Radiology setting.

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.
• Acute Care Certification Required. 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. 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.

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 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 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.

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.