Advanced Practice That’s Always Advancing.
We believe that knowledge is not only empowering but self-perpetuating. The more you learn as a caregiver here, the more you can absorb from every learning opportunity.
To further that aim, we’ve created a dedicated APP department. Here, we can support and enrich the careers of each team member at every stage of his or her career — from a robust orientation program and impactful day one to continuing education and professional development opportunities that fuel your growth into leadership roles. You’ll work at the top of your CV even as you expand your knowledge, influence and impact.
Wide-Ranging Contribution and Impact.
You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team providing the most advanced care in a comprehensive range of renowned specialty services. Whether practicing on-site at our acclaimed hospital or in a wide range of ambulatory and outpatient clinics, you’ll help deliver a broad spectrum of specialized services, including:
- Episodic care in clinics and our busy emergency department
- Managing critical illnesses in the University Hospital
- Serving as a resource and consultant for patients and their families
- Providing continuity of care for chronic illnesses
- Facilitating transitions of care and improving access to care
The APP team includes Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Certified Nurse Midwives.
Why UT Southwestern Is The Right Fit for You

We Educate
If you’re searching for an environment where you can constantly expand your horizons, UT Southwestern is your ultimate destination. We’re home to one of the nation’s top medical schools with emerging curricula and one-of-a-kind learning opportunities.
We Discover
At UT Southwestern, our researchers have the resources, support, cutting-edge technology, and funding necessary to produce breakthroughs that can have global implications.


We Heal
Ranked No. 1 in Dallas-Fort Worth for six consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report, UT Southwestern is where health care professionals deliver the future of medicine,
every day.
A Great Place to Work, Officially
UT Southwestern is regularly recognized among the top places to work in Dallas-Fort Worth and the U.S. Here are just a few of the awards we’ve earned:
- Magnet Recognition
- Best Places to Work – Dallas Business Journal
- Corporate Citizen Award – LaunchAbility
- Platinum Fit-Friendly Worksite Designation – American Heart Association
- Best Places to Work Postdocs – The Scientist
- Employer of the Year – Association for Independent Living
- Celebration of Diversity Award Finalist – Ernst & Young and the Dallas Arboretum
- Mother-Friendly Worksite – Texas Department of State Health Services
- Lex Frieden Employment Award – Texas Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities
- National Center for Healthcare Leadership
- 2015 Pinnacle of Excellence Award for Patient Experience – Press Ganey

Meaningful Milestone:
25 Years at UT Southwestern
In 2019, our Employee Recognition Program celebrated the achievements of 85 employees who have dedicated 25 years of service to our institution and its patients. Hear what they love most about being part of UT Southwestern and how much reaching that amazing milestone means to them.