Dell Medical School is seeking a Research Associate for Dr. Alan Groves Lab. The position is fixed term, limited duration.
PurposeThe research associate will be dedicated to driving recruitment for a study to be conducted in a high stress, challenging environment. This position will be directly involved in the recruitment, enrollment and retention of research participants for an intervention that will occur in a neonatal intensive care unit. Key responsibilities include recruiting, coordinating, scheduling, data collection related activities.
ResponsibilitiesCoordinate subject recruitment using a patient-centered approach to enrollment, according to study protocol.
Facilitate data acquisition (collection activities) adhering to site policies and procedures.
Preparation of abstracts and manuscripts, and presenting findings at national conferences
Preparation and upkeep of IRB, SAT and other approvals
Liaison with secondary recruitment site, SHARP, San Diego
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree and two years of experience.
Clinical or Research experience working in a NICU setting
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred QualificationsMore than two years of prior work experience in a hospital/clinical setting.
Experience recruiting to clinical studies, especially in the pediatric population
Experience with Cerner (Compass) EHR
Experience with RedCap data management
Experience collating data from clinical studies
Salary Range$25,000 + depending on qualifications
Required MaterialsResume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
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Read LessThe Department of Pediatrics is looking for a Research Engineering Scientist Assistant. This is a one-year fixed term position, renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward research goals. This is grant funded position with an end date of 7/31/26 and renewable based upon availability of funding.
PurposeTo assist NIH-funded research project and to perform wet-lab experiments.
ResponsibilitiesPerform tissue culture including organoid culture and related molecular and biochemical analysis.
Assist with mouse maintenance and experiments (colony management, embryo collection, genotyping).
Miscellaneous work (including checking lab inventory and package management).
Other related duties as assigned.
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree with some wet lab experience.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Salary Range$32,000+ depending on qualifications
Working ConditionsUniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
May work in extreme temperatures
May work around chemical fumes
May work around biohazards
May work around chemicals
Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines
Required MaterialsResume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
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Read LessThis position is expected to continue through May 31, 2026, dependent upon funding availability, project needs, and successful performance in the role. This full-time position will assist with ongoing and new research studies in the Fonzo Lab and the Charmaine & Gordon McGill Center for Psychedelic Research and Therapy at Dell Medical School, UT Austin, which are funded by NIMH and several private foundations.
ResponsibilitiesDevelop, conduct, and analyze research project as part of a team of faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate assistants.
Assist the lab with subject recruitment and administrative duties.
Assist with manuscripts and publications.
All other duties as assigned
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in psychology, social work, neuroscience, engineering, computer science, or another STEM-related field.
Professional demeanor with tact and respect at all times.
Ability to address individuals and health-related information with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality in various delicate, formal, or urgent situations.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and troubleshoot difficulties.
High level of self-care and stress management skills.
Outstanding organizational and time-management skills.
Demonstrated critical thinking skills and excellent attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work well with a culturally diverse group of faculty, staff, and students, including the willingness and ability to train and oversee volunteers, undergraduate, and graduate students.
Applicant must be comfortable working in an MR scanner environment, and eventually operating the scanner (on-the-job training will be provided).
Must be comfortable interacting with and working with people living with psychiatric disorders, including eventual conduction of clinical interviews (on-the-job training will be provided).
Must be willing to occasionally work some nights and/or weekends as needed to facilitate data collection and/or impending deadlines.
Preferred QualificationsPrior research experience actively working in data collection in a psychology, psychiatry, social work, counseling, or human subjects biomedical research laboratory.
Previous experience with MRI and/or electroencephalogram acquisition or analysis.
Background in and experience with programming, statistics, and imaging methods.
Experience in standardized behavioral or neuropsychological assessments and clinical research.
Salary Range$40,000+ depending on qualifications
Working ConditionsMay work in all weather conditions
May work around standard office conditions
May work around biohazards
May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Lifting and moving materials or equipment
Occasional evening, weekend, or overtime work may be required to meet project timelines and research deadlines
This position is fully on-site. The employee is expected to report to campus and perform job duties on location during the scheduled work week.
Required MaterialsResume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
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Read LessThe Department of Pediatrics at the Dell Medical School is looking for Research Engineering/Scientist Assistant. Employment is based on continuation of grant funding.
PurposeThis is a lab staff position to support the Ekker program and to further develop our gene editing research efforts.
ResponsibilitiesCollaboration and Communication: Collaborate effectively with other members of the research team, actively participating in lab meetings and discussions. Present research progress and findings in regular lab meetings and potentially at scientific conferences.
Data Collection and Analysis: Accurately record experimental data and assist in data analysis using various software tools and statistical methods. Collaborate with other Ekker lab researchers including students to interpret and present findings effectively.
Lab and Equipment Maintenance: Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment and instruments and assist with inventory management of laboratory supplies.
Laboratory Experiments: Perform a range of experimental molecular, gene editing and genomics techniques and procedures related to mitochondrial biology and metabolism. This includes but is not limited to tissue sample preparation, cell culture, molecular biology assays, and microscopy. Support the maintenance of zebrafish strains.
Other related duties as assigned.
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in a scientific, engineering or technical field or a graduate of the ACC biotechnology program Associate of Applied Science Degree. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred QualificationsPrior experience with cell culture especially iPSCs or ES cells.
Salary Range$35,000+ depending on qualifications
Working ConditionsMay work around standard office conditions.
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Required MaterialsResume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
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The Medical Staff Assignment Office Coordinator serves as a partner between clinical operations and institutional departments and divisions across the healthcare system to ensure clinical operations remain accessible and resources are managed with superior customer service through the management of complex provider scheduling and template builds in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). The Coordinator supports patient access and clinical efficiency by maintaining accurate scheduling data, managing provider time-off records, and collaborating with leadership to support operational excellence striving to ensure patient access and the advancement of exceptional high quality person-centered, integrated healthcare.
Data Entry and Record Management
Accurately inputs and updates provider scheduling information in the EHR.Captures and maintains scheduling version logs, document change management activities for all departmental schedule updates.Maintains up-to-date records of provider time off and faculty-related time for accurate reporting and compliance.Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.Provides timely and accurate reporting on scheduling activities related to clinical operations.Collaboration and Communication
Acts as a central liaison between clinical and administrative teams, providing guidance and support to UT Health Austin clinic leaders to promote alignment and best practices in template scheduling through cross-departmental collaboration.Delivers exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.Serves as liaison between clinical and administrative teams to ensure alignment of scheduling practices.Builds rapport across departments to support collaborative healthcare delivery.Troubleshoots scheduling conflicts and delays in collaboration with clinical leadership teams.Any qualifications to be considered as equivalent in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity University. Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocatedto this classification may render this position security-sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code.Provides feedback and recommendations on scheduling templates to improve operational efficiency and provider satisfaction.Professional Development
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory and continuing education and skills competency.Aligns individual goals with department-based goals contributing to the success of the organization.Serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
$40,000 + depending on qualifications
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT Standard office environment.Repetitive use of a keyboardMay be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.Primarily remote, with occasional in-person meetings required at UT Health AustinAs priorities are dictated, non-standard work hours may be required but kept to a minimum. REQUIRED MATERIALSResume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Read LessThe Registered Nurse (RN) Referral Navigator plays a critical role in supporting UT Health Austin, focused on redesigning care, improving health outcomes, and expanding access to providing high-quality patient centered care. Reporting to Director of Referral Coordination and Navigation, this position functions autonomously and in collaboration with healthcare and patient access teams. The RN Referral Navigator serves as a clinically trained nurse who manages, triages, and facilitates referrals across multispecialty ambulatory practices. This role manages inbound, internal, and outbound referrals and authorizations, verifies insurance, and supports care transitions. The RN Referral Navigator serves as a liaison between patients, providers, and specialists, helping to provide timely patient access to specialty care clinics and services and enhancing operational efficiency and patient satisfaction.
RESPONSIBILITIESReferral Management and Care Coordination
Promotes and maintains efficient referral processes by identifying barriers, reducing delays, and minimizing administrative workload for providers and clinical staff.Delivers clinical guidance to Referral Coordinators by evaluating and clarifying inbound referral information to support accurate processing and care coordination.Monitors and verifies referral urgency, priority level, and status to ensure they accurately reflect the requesting provider's needs and adherence to established clinical and operational workflows.Confirms insurance coverage and authorization requirements in coordination with financial clearance teams.Partners with specialty services to support appropriate scheduling and timely access to care across the academic medical enterprise.Manages appointment scheduling activities, as required, to ensure efficient and timely coordination of care.Tracks referral progress to ensure closed-loop communication between referring and receiving providers.Clinical Triage
Reviews clinical documentation and leverages RN-level assessment skills to determine the urgency and complexity of referrals.Identifies high-risk patients or those requiring expedited specialty engagement and escalates appropriately to specialty physicians or care teams.Addresses clinical inquiries from referring providers, patients, and staff using established protocols and nursing judgment.Patient Navigation and Experience
Serves as the initial primary point of contact for clinical questions regarding referral status, next steps, and preparation for specialty services.Provides evidence-based patient education tailored to literacy, cultural, and social needs.Coordinates diagnostic testing, imaging, and pre-consultation requirements needed prior to appointment scheduling.Improves patient experience by providing clear instructions and timely updates.Engages in continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance services for providers, patients, and families and the overall healthcare system.Supports patient empowerment and informed decision-making in alignment with patient-centered care model.De-escalates concerns and escalates clinical issues appropriately.Maintains confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.Documentation and Compliance
Documents all referral actions, patient communication, and RN triage assessments in the electronic health record (EHR) consistent with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.Contributes to reporting, data monitoring, and workflow optimization related to access, quality, and patient outcomes.Adheres to clinical policies and procedures, including HIPAA and nursing practice regulations.Participates in continuing education, professional development, and academic training opportunities.Scans and uploads documents to patient records.Audits documentation for completeness and accuracy. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration or a related field.Minimum of 5 years of clinical nursing experience in ambulatory, specialty, or acute care environments.Demonstrated skills in clinical assessment, triage, and patient communication.Experience with electronic health records and referral workflows.Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of Texas.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months of hire. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare or a related field.Experience in an academic health system or in coordination roles supporting multi-specialty care.Knowledge of managed care processes, prior authorization, and population health principles.Experience using electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Epic.Nursing certification from NCC, ANCC, etc. Salary Range$87,000 + depending on qualifications
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT Standard office equipmentRepetitive use of a keyboardUse of manual dexterity.May sit for extended periods of time.May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others. Required MaterialsResume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Read LessIn collaboration with supervising physicians, provides for the expansion of individualized healthcare services by diagnosing and treating pediatric and congenital heart conditions.
ResponsibilitiesCounsels and educates heart failure and transplant patients and their families/ caregivers concerning health conditions, treatment options and community resources
Documents delivery of cardiac critical health care and nursing processes in accordance with care standards and network nursing policy
Participants in orientation and education of staff and students
Obtains cardiac critical care patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview and examination
Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies for cardiac critical care patients. Performs health assessments, screening, and patient care
Provides direct treatment and management of cardiac critical care conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources. Engages in discharge planning
Other related duties as assigned
Required QualificationsPhysician's Assistant or Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing
Licensed Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority specializing in Cardiac Critical Care
Credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing in Acute Care nursing. Experience in caring for children with complex congenital and acquired heart disease in a Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Critical Care Unit
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work efficiently and flexibly in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance
Ability to address individuals and information with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality in various situations
Capacity to work well with physicians and other care providers as part of a multi-disciplinary healthcare delivery team
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
Salary Range$122,000+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity Lifting and moving Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished) May work around standard office conditions May work around biohazards Required Materials Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interestImportant for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi-select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find Jobs. Before you apply though, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page, and you will need to click the Upload button multiple times in order to attach your Resume, References and any additional Required Materials noted above.
Read LessSupport the Musculoskeletal Institute in providing clinical care to patients receiving operative and non-operative care for musculoskeletal conditions. This position will include a mix of clinical and administrative responsibilities.
Responsibilities:Provide outpatient and occasional inpatient care to patients seeking diagnosis and treatment for musculoskeletal conditions, working alongside of licensed surgical and non-surgical physicians. Provide quality care, conduct diagnostic testing, and administer appropriate treatments by following evidence-based care pathways.
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team (including physicians, nutritionist, social worker, physical therapist, etc.) to develop and coordinate comprehensive, evidence-based treatment plans for patients. Counsel patients on clinical issues and treatment plans including non-operative and operative interventions. Develop strong working relationships with referring providers and keep them informed about patient treatment plans and progress, as appropriate.
Participate in ongoing quality assurance audits and provide real-time feedback to improve patient care. Develop and deliver patient education materials related to non-operative and operative treatment for common musculoskeletal conditions. Use available tools to track patient progress and coordinate care across the care continuum. Coordinate with social workers, case managers, care coordinators, and other staff to help address non-clinical needs of patients.
Assist in educating other associate providers, medical students, orthopedic residents, fellows, and faculty through grand rounds presentations, multidisciplinary case presentations, and/or one-on-one clinical mentorship. Participate in the critical evaluation of patient care to help ensure that the program continues to improve and evolve the care pathways as appropriate. Participate in continuing clinical education to ensure knowledge and skills are up to date and relevant
Other related functions as assigned
Required Qualifications:Currently licensed and certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in the state of Texas and be in good standing
Graduate of licensed and accredited nursing or physician assistant school
Bachelor's degree
Excellent analytical skills, problem solving ability and strong critical thinking skills
Ability to work efficiently and flexibly in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Outstanding organizational and time-management skills
Ability to address individuals and information with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality in various delicate, formal, or urgent situations
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, and patients
Must be comfortable and flexible with changing priorities and self-directed problem solving
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
Preferred Qualifications:Three (3) years of experience in busy surgical, physical medicine and rehabilitation, or other related outpatient clinical practice
Working knowledge of and/or experience with Value-Based Healthcare Delivery models
Experience delivering care through a multidisciplinary team
Proficiency using Epic electronic medical records
Experience tracking, measuring, and using patient reported outcomes in developing treatment plans for patients
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Salary Range$115k + depending on qualifications
Working ConditionsRepetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Lifting and moving
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment
May work around standard office conditions
May work around biohazards
Required MaterialsResume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page, and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented by uploading any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Read LessDell Medical School in conjunction with Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas (DCMCCT), is seeking Physician Assistants with cardiac critical care credentials to be part of the Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to serve the growing need of the regional pediatric population, delivering world class pediatric cardiac critical care.
PurposeIn collaboration with supervising physicians, this position provides for the expansion of individualized healthcare services by diagnosing and treating pediatric and congenital heart conditions in the Cardiac Critical Care Unit.
ResponsibilitiesCounsels and educates cardiac critical care patients and their families/ caregivers concerning health conditions, treatment options and community resources.
Documents delivery of cardiac critical health care and nursing processes in accordance with care standards and network nursing policy.
Participants in orientation and education of staff and students.
Obtains cardiac critical care patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview and examination.
Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies for cardiac critical care patients. Performs health assessments, screening, and patient care.
Provides direct treatment and management of cardiac critical care conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources. Engages in discharge planning.
Other related duties as assigned.
Required QualificationsPhysician's Assistant or Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing. Licensed Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority specializing in Cardiac Critical Care. Credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing in Acute Care nursing. Experience in caring for children with complex congenital and acquired heart disease in a Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Critical Care Unit. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work efficiently and flexibly in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance. Ability to address individuals and information with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality in various situations. Capacity to work well with physicians and other care providers as part of a multi-disciplinary healthcare delivery team.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Salary Range$125,000+ depending on qualifications
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Lifting and moving
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
May work around standard office conditions
May work around biohazards
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi-select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find Jobs. Before you apply though, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will need to click the Upload button multiple times in order to attach your Resume, References and any additional Required Materials noted above.
General Notes:
The Dell Medical School, in conjunction with Ascension Texas, is seeking Advanced Practice Nurses or Physician Assistants to be part of the Institute for Cardiovascular Health. These individuals will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to serve the growing need of the regional adult population to deliver world class adult cardiovascular and thoracic surgical care.
Purpose:In close collaboration with supervising physicians, provides for the expansion of individualized healthcare services by diagnosing and treating adult cardiovascular and thoracic conditions. The Advanced Practice Professional (APP) will primarily staff the ICU but will also cross cover the telemetry ward providing patient-centered, competent, compassionate, and professional care in both out-patient and in-patient settings.
Responsibilities:Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview and examination. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies. Performs health assessments, screening, and patient care.
Provides direct treatment and management of conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
Documents delivery of health care and nursing processes in accordance with specific specialty area standards and network nursing policy.
Participates in orientation and education of staff and students.
Other related functions as assigned
Required Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited training program and board certified by the respective accreditation body
Physician Assistant with board certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and licensed through the Texas Medical Board
Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority and board certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and licensed through the Texas Board of Nursing
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
Preferred Qualifications:Cardiovascular and thoracic experience preferred
Ability to work efficiently and flexibly in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance
Ability to address individuals and information with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality in various situations
Capacity to work well with physicians and other care providers as part of a multi-disciplinary healthcare delivery team
Salary Range:$62,500+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions:Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Lifting and moving
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
May work around standard office conditions
May work around biohazards
Required Materials:Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
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