Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner - PhysicianAssistant

University Health Careers; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan repayment up to $50,000

CME days

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive compensation

Employer retirement match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

University Health in San Antonio is seeking board-certified Advanced Practice Providers (ACNPs and PAs) to join a high-acuity, multidisciplinary critical care team at University Hospital. This role supports a 24/7 ICU model serving complex patient populations including transplant and cardiothoracic care, in collaboration with Surgical and Anesthesia Critical Care services.

We offer a competitive compensation package, affordable health insurance, loan repayment up to $50,000 over 5 years, CME

Qualifications

• Board-certified ACNP or PA with eligibility for Texas licensure.
• ICU experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-acuity, team-based environment.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 on-site coverage in a high-acuity ICU.
• Collaborate with Surgical and Anesthesia Critical Care teams.
• Deliver patient-centered care to complex populations including transplant patients.

Skills

ACNP/PA board certification

Texas licensure eligibility

ICU experience

High-acuity teamwork

Clinical judgment

Communication

Job description

University Health in San Antonio is seeking board-certified Advanced Practice Providers (Acute Care Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants) to join a high-acuity, multidisciplinary critical care team at University Hospital. This role supports a 24/7, high-intensity ICU model serving complex patient populations including solid organ transplantation, cardiothoracic surgery, cardiac care, and ECMO therapy. Our collaborative model integrates Surgical Critical Care and Anesthesia Critical Care services to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across all ICU service lines.

About the Program

• 24/7 on-site coverage by Faculty Intensivists and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
• Support from multidisciplinary Residents and Critical Care Fellows
• Clearly defined structures and processes to ensure quality and consistency of care
• Real-time collaboration across service lines to develop and implement conjoint care plans

Qualifications

• Board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant
• Active or eligible for Texas licensure
• ICU experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-acuity, team-based environment
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills

Why Join University Health?

• Competitive total compensation package
• Affordable medical insurance and comprehensive benefits
• Loan repayment program up to $50,000 over 5 years
• Annual professional business expense allowance plus CME days
• Annual tuition reimbursement and certification support
• Deferred compensation retirement plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Opportunity to work alongside highly skilled and respected physicians
• Strong culture of teamwork and peer camaraderie

About University Health

University Health is a nationally recognized academic health system committed to delivering high-quality care, advancing medical education, and improving community health across South Texas.

Why San Antonio?

San Antonio offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living, rich cultural heritage, a vibrant culinary and arts scene, and easy access to the Texas Hill Country. The city combines major metropolitan amenities with a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and year-round outdoor activities.