Physician Assistant, Hospitalist Lung Transplant - (Job Number: 230000DM)

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center seeks a Physician Assistant to join the team caring for lung transplant patients in a leading academic medical center. The role demands a flexible individual committed to patient-centered care, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates possess a master's degree and relevant certification, with a commitment to quality patient care in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant.
• Current CPR and ACLS certifications required.
• Experience in acute care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive physical examinations and develops patient care plans.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic studies.
• Provides education and counseling to patients and caregivers.

Skills

Communication

Patient-Centered Care

Judgment

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree or higher in nursing

Graduate of a Master's degree Physician Assistant program

Tools

EMR

ACLS Certification

Job description

Physician Assistant, Hospitalist Lung Transplant - (Job Number: 230000DM)

Pay Competitive

Employment type Other

Job Description

Req#: 297340 !*!

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.

Job Summary

We are looking for an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide care at Clements University Hospital (CUH) for lung transplant patients who've been admitted to the hospital floor and ICU. This position requires an individual that wants to be part of a team, is flexible, and has a patient-centered approach to care. Additionally, they should have strong communication skills. Rotating schedule, including days, nights, and weekends. No call. Veterans encouraged to apply.

Experience and 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.

• Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Current applicable American Heart Association or Red Cross Life Support certification(s) based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers. OR

• Graduate of a Master’s degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program.

• Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certification required.

• Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board. Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on 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.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities of Position

• Accuracy and ability to exercise considerable judgment.

• Ability to maintain current customer service, clinical, and technical skills.

• Ability to identify opportunities and provide suggestions for improvements in departmental policy, procedures, and protocols.

• Proficient use of EMR in the delivery of care Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in a clinical environment. The incumbent may be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases.

Working Conditions

• Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of the Vice President for Human Resources Administration, or his/her designee.

• To meet the needs of the team, this position requires the APP to work a minimum of one shift per calendar month, based on operational needs. Nights, weekends, or holidays may be required by department.

• Work is performed primarily in a clinical environment. The incumbent may be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases.

Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/about-virus-and-testing/cms-vaccine-requirements.html

For general COVID-19 information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

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. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/


5323 Harry Hines Blvd (5323H)
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas , 75390

About the company

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is a public academic health science center in Dallas, Texas.

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