Advanced Practice Provider, Surgery-Plastic Surgery

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Galveston, Texas. This role involves providing comprehensive patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings under the supervision of attending surgeons, focusing on Plastic Surgery.

Candidates should hold a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies or Nursing and be licensed to practice in Texas. Responsibilities include patient assessments, documentation, and patient education related to surgical care.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies or Nursing.
• Licensure to practice in Texas. Nurse Practitioner certification with Acute Care Certification for Nurse Practitioners.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons with in-patient and out-patient care.
• Conduct patient assessments and diagnostic tests.
• Participate in clinical research and education of medical staff.

Skills

Prior experience in Plastic Surgery

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) competency

Education

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

The Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, is looking for a full‑time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to work with the Attending Surgeons in direct in‑patient and out‑patient care as well as some clinical research. Duties include examining and assessing new and established plastic surgery patients; ordering, conducting, and interpreting diagnostic and laboratory tests; and serving as a liaison between the surgical service and the medical services.

Minimum Qualifications – Physician Assistant

• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
• Licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant in Texas
• No experience required

Minimum Qualifications – Nurse Practitioner

• Master’s Degree in Nursing
• Nurse Practitioner certification
• Acute Care Certification
• No experience required

Preferred Skill / Competency

• Prior experience in Plastic Surgery is preferred, not required.
• At least one‑year Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant experience preferred.
• Experience and competency with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.

Job Summary

Performs responsible clinical care in collaboration with the unit physician and under approved protocols, manages the medical aspects of care in the observation, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, evaluation, rehabilitation, care and counsel, and health teachings of persons who are ill, injured or infirm or experiencing changes in normal health processes; and in the promotion and maintenance of health of prevention of illness in a clinical setting.

Inpatient Responsibilities

• Provide patient care assistance for Plastic Surgery patients in the inpatient setting under the supervision of the surgical faculty.
• Obtain detailed patient histories and complete physical examinations.
• Competently and consistently complete accurate, concise, and legible documentation on hospital records.
• Provide patient education regarding peri‑operative and post‑operative care of plastic surgery patient.
• Facilitate communication between members of interdisciplinary team and consulting providers.
• Facilitate the transition from inpatient to outpatient settings including coordination of care, referrals to appropriate disposition/post hospital care, communication with post‑plastic surgery coordinators and providers.
• Assist with planning and design of clinical protocol development for Plastic Surgery.
• Participate in quality management.
• Practice evidence‑based, patient centered care.
• Participate in the education of medical students, residents, PA students, pharmacy students, and nursing students.
• Assist in the education of hospital nursing staff concerning the care of plastic surgery patients according to quality measures.

Outpatient Responsibilities

• Provide patient care assistance for Plastic Surgery patients in the outpatient/clinic setting under the supervision of the surgical faculty.
• Attend and participate in pre and post‑plastic clinics at Victory Lakes, TDCJ and UTMB Galveston, and League City campuses.
• Obtain detailed patient histories and complete physical examinations.
• Competently and consistently complete accurate, concise, and legible documentation on hospital records.
• Provide patient education regarding pre plastic surgery, peri‑operative, and post operative care of plastic surgery patient.
• Facilitate communication between members of interdisciplinary team and other providers including coordination of care, referrals to appropriate diagnostic or therapeutic care, communication with pre and/or post‑plastic coordinators and providers.
• May provide procedures such as injections or laceration repairs.

Licenses, Registrations or Certifications

• Physician Assistant: Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Physician Assistant: Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board/Texas Medical Board (TPAB/TMB).
• Nurse Practitioner: Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
• Nurse Practitioner: Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON).
• Nurse Practitioner: Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in a nurse practitioner clinical area of specialization by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON).

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location and Shift

Primary Location: United States – Texas – Galveston
Work Locations: 0724 – John W McCullough Bldg
Job: Patient Care (Regular)
Shift: Standard
Employee Status: Manager
Job Level: Day Shift