Advanced Practice Provider, Inpatient Nephrology

Overview

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, 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 benefits package includes healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage and merit increases, and more. Join UT Southwestern to be part of a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career.

Job Summary

Are you passionate about patient care? Do you thrive in a critical care setting? If so, this position could be for you. We are looking for an experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Nephrology team. This position will split time between the Nephrology ICU and the dialysis service line providing care at Clements University Hospital (CUH).

The schedule is rotating (Monday to Friday) and includes days and weekend coverage. There is a pay differential for weekend coverage. We are seeking an experienced provider with inpatient critical care or hospitalist experience. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

UT Southwestern offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one 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 UT Southwestern employee benefits

Education

Graduate of a master’s degree or higher from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program, or a Master’s degree or higher in nursing with documentation of completion of an accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with the clinical practice area and patient population.

Licensure and Certification

Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by the Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing.

Current applicable Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Life Support, as required by UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.

• 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 and based on specialty and training.
• Provides management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families, and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.
• Facilitates quality initiatives and/or clinical research protocols to improve clinical and system practice performance.
• Collaborates in research projects and protocols; applies evidence-based best practices to patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure, maintaining security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue employment.

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 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.

Primary Location Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations 5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job Advanced Practice Provider

Organization 415030 - IM-Nephrology

Schedule Full-time

Shift Day Job

Employee Status Regular

Job Type Standard

Job Posting Jan 30, 2026, 3:30:53 AM