Physician Assistant: Critical Care & Mechanical Circulatory Support | UT Health East Texas | 90[...]

Ardent Health Services; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Advanced Practice Provider specializing in Critical Care. In this pivotal role, you will provide exceptional care to patients in the ICU, focusing on advanced cardiac and respiratory support. Your expertise in Extracorporeal Life Support and mechanical circulatory support will be crucial in managing complex cases. With a commitment to quality improvement and patient safety, you'll also have the opportunity to mentor staff and engage in research initiatives. This position offers a supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes and the community at large, all while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle Tyler, TX has to offer.

Benefits

CME/CEU Allowance

Sign-on bonus

Medical debt assistance

Relocation allowance

Paid malpractice coverage

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Marketing assistance

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited program required.
• 2-3 years of clinical experience in critical care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care in the ICU for ECLS and MCS patients.
• Mentor nursing staff and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Critical Care Management

Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS)

Mechanical Circulatory Support

Patient Assessment

Team Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant program

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

UT Health Tyler, a 424-bed Level 1 Trauma Center in Tyler, TX, is searching for an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) specializing in Critical Care and Mechanical Circulatory Support to join its highly-skilled team.

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will work in the inpatient-only setting and have experience in critical care, Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) and mechanical circulatory support and expertise managing patients in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), Trauma, and Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) settings. You will enjoy being part of a team committed to providing high quality care to those requiring advance cardiac and respiratory support modalities.

About your Work:

1. 14 shifts/month
2. 12 hour rotating shifts (7a-7p or 7p to 7a)
3. Up to 12 patients/shift
4. No Call Requirement-(open for discussion depending on candidate interest)
5. Cover and Round on all ECLS and Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) patients providing high-quality, evidence-based care in UT Health Tyler's 58-bed ICU- across the CVICU, trauma, and MICU settings. This includes performing comprehensive assessments, developing and implementing treatment plans, and evaluating patient responses to therapy.
6. Demonstrate proficiency in the management of patients requiring Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), ventricular assist devices (VADs), and other mechanical circulatory support devices.
7. Serve as a resource and mentor to nursing staff, residents, fellows, and other APPs regarding critical care principles, ECLS/ECLS management, and mechanical circulatory support. Facilitate educational sessions and contribute to the development of protocols and guidelines.
8. Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety, optimizing clinical outcomes, and improving care delivery processes.
9. Contribute to research projects, scholarly activities, and evidence-based practice initiatives within the institution.
10. Utilize Epic EMR.

Requirements:

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current state licensure and certification as an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant).
• Board certification in Acute Care, Critical Care, or relevant specialty.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience in critical care, with a focus on ECLS and mechanical circulatory support.

Recruitment Package may include:

• Base salary
• CME/CEU Allowance
• Sign-on bonus
• Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans
• Relocation allowance
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Health benefits + Retirement plan
• Marketing + practice growth assistance

About the Hospital:
UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system, featuring institutes, centers of excellence and programs that serve hundreds of thousands annually. With 502 licensed beds, 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, UT Health Tyler specializes in advanced acute care medicine. Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

About Your Community:
Tyler, ranked #1 of USA Today's "Five Best Cities in Texas" in 2024 - is known as the "Rose Capital of America." Centrally located in Northeast TX about halfway between Dallas and Shreveport, Tyler is among the fastest growing regions in Texas and is the largest retail, healthcare, and business center in Upper East Texas. Residents enjoy affordable housing, high-performing public and private schools, and no state income tax! Home to The University of Texas at Tyler, the community has many family-fun attractions from botanical gardens to a zoo. The region is also recognized for outdoor recreational offerings, including hiking and biking trails, parks, and recreational lakes, including Lake Palestine and Lake Tyler.