Advanced Practice Provider, Neuro-Oncology (Inpatient/Outpatient)

• 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 number 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 SUMMARYThe Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC), a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center affiliated with UT Southwestern Medical Center, is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Neuro
• Oncology team. This hybrid inpatient/outpatient role provides care for patients with neurologic and oncologic conditions across the continuum of care.The APP will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and allied health professionals to manage inpatient and outpatient Neuro
• Oncology patients. Responsibilities include patient assessments, admissions and discharges, diagnostic interpretation, treatment planning, care coordination, patient education, and medication management.This position offers the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized Neuro
• Oncology experts in a supportive, highly collaborative environment while practicing with a high degree of autonomy.

Monday through Friday, approximately 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with inpatient rounding and outpatient clinic responsibilities BENEFITSUT 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 coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONRequiredPrevious experience in Neurology, Neurosurgery, or Neuro-Oncology required; experience in Oncology preferred. EducationMaster's Degree Graduate of a Master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program Licenses and Certifications(NCCPA) NAT COMM ON CRFT PHY ASST Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certification Upon Hire and (PA-C) Phy Assistant - Certified Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board Upon Hire and Current applicable American Heart Association Life Support certification(s) based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers Upon Hire JOB DUTIESConducts 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 and 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 and/or clinical research protocols 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 carePerforms other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENTSecurityThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEOUT 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.