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. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for the Pediatric Eating Disorders Unit at Children’s Medical Center, Plano. The Pediatric Eating Disorder Unit provides integrated clinical services for Children’s Medical Center. Pediatric eating disorder services are provided to pediatric patients in inpatient and partial hospitalization level of care. The position includes opportunities to work in a multidisciplinary team comprised of physician, therapists, dietitians, and nursing. 

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Master’s Degree in Nursing or 
  Higher degree in nursing 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. 
   

• Licenses and Certifications
  (APRN) Advanced Practice RN by Texas State Board of Nursing Upon Hire and 
  Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing Upon Hire and 
  Current applicable American Heart Association Life Support certification(s) based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers Upon Hire 
   

Preferred

• Experience
  1 year relevant clinical experience. 
• The ideal candidate’s background will include experience with psychiatric assessment and treatment of children and adolescents, including the treatment of medical patients with cognitive, behavioral, and emotional needs, and medical management. A commitment to an academic career is preferred.
   

JOB DUTIES

• Provides care across both clinic and inpatient settings, balancing productivity, quality, and operational performance throughout the continuum of care.
• Performs a wide range of duties, including taking medical histories, performing exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, treating illnesses, prescribing medication, and educating patients and families.
• 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 and Abilities

• Ability to identify opportunities and provide suggestions for improvements in departmental policy, procedures, and protocols.
• Ability to maintain current customer service, clinical, and technical skills.
• Accuracy and ability to exercise considerable judgment.
• Proficient use of EMR in the delivery of care

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Conditions

• Clinical Setting
• Hazards
• May be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases

Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.
 

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!

  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
  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.