Pediatric Neurology Advanced Practice Provider

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Pediatric Neurology Advanced Practice Provider to join the Dell Children’s Neurodevelopmental Center. The role supports pediatric neurology care at Dell Children’s and UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences, a multidisciplinary program within Dell Medical School.

The APP collaborates with neurologists, nurses, and therapists to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current licensure as APRN or PA.
• Minimum 1 year of pediatric neurology or related clinical experience.
• Strong clinical assessment, analytical and communication skills.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based pediatric neurology care across age groups.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other professionals.
• Evaluate patients, take histories, perform neurologic exams.
• Develop treatment plans and coordinate diagnostics.
• Prescribe medications within scope and coordinate ongoing care.
• Contribute to education and research activities in the division.
• Report to Division Chief, Department Chair, or APP leadership.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Clinical assessment

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree APRN/PA

Current APRN/PA preparation

Current national certification

Job description

Job Posting Title

Pediatric Neurology Advanced Practice Provider

Hiring Department

Department of Neurology

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Immediately

Position Duration

Expected to Continue

Location

AUSTIN, TX

Purpose

As part of The University of Texas at Austin, one of the nation’s leading research universities, the Dell Medical School pursues innovation in the redesign of healthcare delivery, excellence in healthcare research, and programs in interdisciplinary and inter-professional education. It is the fifth medical school in the UT‑System and the first medical school established in nearly five decades by a member of the Association of American Universities, an organization of leading public and private research universities.

The University of Texas Medical Center, anchored by Dell Medical School, is defining the future of health. Announced in August 2023 with planning and implementation underway, The University of Texas Medical Center will cement Austin as a premier destination for health care alongside other major Texas cities. With two new, state‑of‑the‑art hospitals – A UT specialty hospital and a cancer center being built by MD Anderson – plus the academic and research expertise of UT, The University of Texas Medical Center will provide the integrated, world‑class care that is a hallmark of academic medicine.

The Dell Medical School is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to excellence within the learning health system.

About The Program

The Department of Neurology at The University of Texas Dell Medical School (DMS), in conjunction with the UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s, is recruiting an Advanced Practice Provider to join our thriving Dell Children’s Neurodevelopmental Center and pediatric neurology division. The UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s is a multidisciplinary program that encompasses child neurology, pediatric rehabilitation medicine, pediatric neurosurgery, pediatric neuropsychology, and pediatric neuro‑ophthalmology. Our Neurodevelopmental Center is comprised of 2 physicians, neuropsychologist, physical therapist, and a full complement of support staff providing multidisciplinary care to patients whose medical condition places them at increased risk of developmental problems including congenital heart disease, children treated in the neonatal intensive care unit, brain malformation and genetic disorders.

Dell Children’s Medical Center is a 300‑bed freestanding facility that features a level 1 pediatric trauma center, a level 4 neonatal intensive care unit, an NAEC level 4 epilepsy center, a CARF accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, and Magnet recognition for nursing excellence. The neurology and neurosurgery program at Dell Children’s is nationally ranked in US News & World Report and houses active educational program for medical residents, fellows, nurses, psychologists, and undergraduate students. Our outpatient clinics are housed in the adjoining 40,000 square foot neurosciences clinic within the Dell Children’s Specialty Pavilion.

Responsibilities

• The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) - Pediatric Neurology provides comprehensive, evidence‑based care to infants, children, adolescents, and young adults with acute and chronic neurological disorders.
• Working collaboratively with pediatric neurologists, physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals.
• The APP evaluates patients, obtains medical histories, performs neurological assessments.
• Develops treatment plans, orders and interprets diagnostic studies.
• Prescribes medications within scope of practice and coordinates ongoing care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• The APP serves as a key member of the pediatric neuroscience team, providing patient and family education.
• Facilitating care coordination, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and participating in clinical education and research activities.
• This position typically reports to the Division Chief, Department Chair, or APP leadership within Pediatric Neurology.

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current preparation as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA).
• Minimum 1 year of pediatric neurology, pediatric subspecialty, inpatient pediatrics, ambulatory specialty care, or closely related nursing or advanced practice experience.
• Demonstrated clinical assessment, analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, patients, and families.
• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems and clinical technology.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc), or other terminal clinical degree.
• Minimum 3 years of pediatric neurology, pediatric neurosciences, or pediatric specialty care experience.
• Experience in an academic medical center, tertiary healthcare system, or children's hospital.
• Experience participating in clinical research, quality improvement, or program‑development initiatives.
• Experience managing patients with epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, headache disorders, movement disorders, or neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.

Licenses, Registrations or Certifications

Required

• Current licensure in the State of Texas as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA).
• Current national certification appropriate to discipline.
• Prescriptive authority in accordance with Texas law and organizational requirements.
• Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain upon hire.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within designated timeframe.

Preferred

• Certification in Acute Care
• Specialty fellowship or advanced training in Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Neurosciences, or related specialty area.
• Participation in professional neurology, neuroscience, pediatric, or APP organizations.

Salary Range

$106,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Lifting and moving
• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
• May work around standard office conditions
• May work around biohazards

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

• The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for