Thoracic Surgery APP — Expert Perioperative & Outpatient Care

UT Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Austin is seeking a Thoracic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider to deliver comprehensive perioperative and longitudinal care for adult thoracic surgery patients in inpatient, outpatient, and procedural settings. The APP will perform advanced surgical first assisting, perioperative management, and outpatient care with a focus on quality, safety, and patient experience.

The role requires a Master's in a related field, NASC certification with Prescriptive Authority, and a minimum of 2 years in

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• APRN with NASC and Prescriptive Authority.
• Minimum 2 years of surgical clinical experience.
• Texas license required.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced surgical first assisting support during procedures.
• Manages perioperative and postoperative care across the perioperative continuum.
• Performs bedside procedures such as thoracentesis and chest tube management.
• Coordinates outpatient management in clinic and virtual settings.
• Documents and communicates clinical information in the EMR.
• Supports quality, safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives.

Skills

Advanced surgical first assisting

Endoscopic and robotic surgeries

Procedural competence

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Patient communication

Education

Master's degree

NASC certification

Prescriptive Authority

2+ years surgical experience

Job description

UT Austin is seeking a Thoracic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider to deliver comprehensive perioperative and longitudinal care for adult thoracic surgery patients in inpatient, outpatient, and procedural settings. The APP will perform advanced surgical first assisting, perioperative management, and outpatient care with a focus on quality, safety, and patient experience.

The role requires a Master's in a related field, NASC certification with Prescriptive Authority, and a minimum of 2 years in