APP Neuro critical Care-TEXAS

Company: University of Texas Health at San Antonio

Department: Neurocritical Care

Salary Range: Competitive

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APP in Neurocritical Care The Department of Neurosurgery,/ Division of Neurocritical Care, Joe R. Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine (LSOM), at UT Health San Antonio is part of a nationally recognized medical center dedicated to promoting education, advancing research, and delivering compassionate patient care of the highest quality. We are seeking a motivated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) with an interest in Neurocritical care to join our faculty team.

University Hospital is a 24-bed, level 1 trauma, comprehensive stroke, and academic medical center covering San Antonio + a referral center for the rest of South Texas. Our team consists of 4 Neurointensivists, 8 APPs, dedicated neurocritical care fellows, and residents from neurosurgery and other disciplines. Our APPs make up the core of our team. They are strong clinicians, proficient in procedural skills, and excellent educators.

They actively engage in education at multiple levels and disciplines, and they participate in research and quality improvement efforts. The position includes a 6-month onboarding process before working independently regardless of critical care experience. The ideal candidate will provide clinical services 14 shifts per month. Hours are 6am – 6pm day shift and 6pm – 6am night shift (starting time and shift length is negotiable).

This position is for mixed days and nights coverage. Additional Licenses and Certifications State licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and national certification to practice as a nurse practitioner from an agency approved by the Texas Board of Nursing to work in an acute setting is required. OR A Bachelor's degree in a recognized field of science and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program is required.

Please visit the UT Health candidate portal (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to apply for position # . Please include your current resume and 3 letters of references. UT Health San Antonio offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive insurance package, and generous retirement plan. Academic appointment and salary will be commensurate with experience. UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities.

All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.

• Medical – UT SELECT Medical insurance offered free for fulltime employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
• Dental – Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
• Vision – Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.
• Disability – Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.
• FSAs – Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
• Retirement – Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
• Time Off – A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
  Front‑loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire. Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after 1 day of Paid Time Off is taken.
  
  Paid Family Leave:
  Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment. Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each fiscal year.
• Discounts – Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.