Advanced Practice Provider I, Pediatric Hematology Oncology (HAT) Outpatient, Dallas
Location: Dallas, TX
Location Type: On-site
Location Type: On-site
Job Number: 931982
Category: Advanced Practice Provider
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Responsibilities
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Hemostasis and Thrombosis (HAT) OP, Dallas
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
Join UT Southwestern on our mission to educate, discover, and heal. With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, we are committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. Our Office of Advanced Practice Providers (OAPP) supports more than 1,000 Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistant. Working in collaboration with UT Southwestern pediatric faculty across Children’s Health and UT Southwestern hospitals and ambulatory clinics, our APPs are part of a multidisciplinary team providing the highest-quality patient care. Recognized as the top pediatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth by U.S. News & World Report, Children’s Health has earned national rankings in all eleven specialty areas as well as best children’s hospital in North Texas. Tied for No. 15 in the nation for pediatric cardiology and heart surgery, our experts at The Heart Center have helped thousands of children with heart conditions lead happier, healthier lives. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern cardiothoracic APP team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth.
Job Summary
The Pauline Allen Gill Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Children’s Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center is one of the largest pediatric hematology/oncology programs in the United States built on collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to extraordinary care for every patient and family we serve.
As an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) within the Pauline Allen Gill Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team that includes world-class hematologists, oncologists, nurses, and allied health professionals working together across inpatient, procedural, and ambulatory settings. APPs in the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders practice at the top of their license, serving as essential members of the care team who bridge advanced clinical expertise with compassionate, family-centered care. *New Grad Rate $130,000*
Scheduled Hours: clinic hours Mon-Fri (including holidays when the clinic is open)
Benefits
· PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
· 100%coverage for preventative healthcare-no copay
· Paid Time Off, available day one
· Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
· Paid Parental Leave Benefit
· Wellness programs
· Tuition Reimbursement
· Public Service loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
· Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Experience and Education
Required
Education
· Master’s degree in nursing or Higher degree and Documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program and Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. OR
· Master’s degree graduate of a Master’s or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program.
Licenses/Certifications
· Advanced Practice RN (CPNP-AC) by Texas State Board of Nursing upon hire and authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing upon hire. OR
· National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and certified licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board (PA-C) upon hire. AND
· Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on the UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers upon hire.
Preferred Experience
· Pediatric hematology oncology, anti-coagulation, or bleeding disorder experience preferred.
· New grads with clinical rotations in hematology or oncology, critical care, or interventional radiology may be considered.
Job Duties
· Diagnoses and treats critically ill patients, develops and manages treatment plans, and performs advanced procedures.
· Develops and implements treatment plans for patients.
· 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.
Security and EEO Statement
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO Statement
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.
Benefits
Benefits
- UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Adv. Practice at UTSW
Each Day Like No Other
Explore the full range of opportunities we offer within our Allied Health units and our laboratories.
As the only academic medical center in North Texas – and home to an acclaimed research center and medical school boasting several Nobel Prize winners – UT Southwestern offers you a unique environment to learn and grow. This is a collaborative environment supported with comprehensive resources that help us redefine the standard for innovative patient care.
Coupled with an exceptional benefits package that includes a generous pension plan and much more, UT Southwestern offers APPs like you the compelling blend of clinical challenge, professional growth, and personal satisfaction that can elevate a career to extraordinary levels.
Accelerating Your Professional Development
Our APPs enjoy full access to a wide range of dynamic and career-enhancing professional development programs, including:
Career Ladder
This defined professional development track supports the increased proficiency and expertise necessary to provide our patients with the most advanced care possible – even as it empowers our APPs to reach top-of-license within their scope of practice.
Mentoring Program
We offer both novice and experienced APPs the opportunity to partner with a mentor to help support, enhance, and develop their careers along specific professional tracks.
Office of Development and Training
To support the lifelong education of our staff, we’ve created a one-stop online shop with extensive materials specifically designed for APPs.
Academic Clinical Provider Lecture Series
With lecturers from all disciplines, this series of monthly forums fosters interdisciplinary collaboration while offering APPs valuable opportunities to review and discuss clinical patient management and evaluate important issues confronted by our providers.
APP-Specific Residencies & Fellowships
We offer intensive, full-time residency and fellowship programs designed to provide select candidates with curricula and training to assist with innovative, complex care in key specialty areas.
Additional Opportunities for APPs
- Clinical research studies
- Quality improvement projects
- Advanced practice student precepting
- Committee membership and leadership
- Peer mentoring
Let’s Get Started
Employee Testimonials
Marlen Piersall
Marlen Piersall
Physician
Physician
The unlimited resources I have access to, the ability to learn, and the thought and care for the emotional and physical wellbeing of our team is incredible. I LOVE UT Southwestern because they LOVE US!!
Sarah Clakley
Sarah Clakley
Vascular Surgery Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Vascular Surgery Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
I began my career as a new graduate nurse at UT Southwestern about 5 years ago and there has been constant support from the day I started. I was able to advance my career to become a Nurse Practitioner.
Diane Ortigo
Diane Ortigo
Coding Specialist III
Coding Specialist III
UT Southwestern appreciates its employees, from clinical teams to those of us working in support roles. Although I work remotely, I feel a part of the family and know our best interests are held in the highest regard!
