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Advance Practice Professional, Pediatrics

  • 510138
  • Fort Worth, Texas, United States
  • Staff

Title: Advance Practice Professional, Pediatrics

Employee Classification: Advance Practice Professional

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Health Systems

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Systems & Clinical Aff

Department: HSC-HSC Health Pediatrics-346600

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: .400000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

HSC Health is the academic clinical practice of the Health Science Center, where quality care meets quality education. HSC Health primary and multispecialty care offices are located on the HSC, Denton and Dallas UNT System campuses, focusing on improving health outcomes to build healthier communities. Care includes mobile health initiatives and extends to hospitals, surgery centers, long-term/continuing care centers, and in-home care. HSC Health’s interprofessional teams work collaboratively to achieve an optimized treatment plan tailored to the individual patient.

Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, pharmacists, social workers, psychologists, specialized technicians, nurses and more work together while intentionally integrating healthcare students, residents, and fellows to deliver care to our community.

Position Overview

HSC Health Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) provides high-quality healthcare to children from infancy through adolescence. This role focuses on delivering comprehensive assessments, managing care plans, and offering preventive health education to support the wellness of our pediatric patients and their families.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree and five (5) years related experience, must have graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant program, or an accredited Graduate Nursing Program, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to obtain a Texas Physician Assistant License, Advance Practice Registered Nurse License, Nurse Practitioner
Ability to practice medicine within the scope of license, training, and credentials
Ability to care for a diverse patient population

Preferred Qualifications

Current Texas licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with a focus on pediatric or family practice.
Experience in pediatric healthcare or a commitment to providing specialized care to children and adolescents.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support effective interactions with patients, families, and the care team.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Texas PA License or APRN

Job Duties:

  • Conduct and document comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations tailored to each patient’s age, developmental stage, and diagnosis.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate patient-centered care plans, including managing acute and chronic conditions and performing routine pediatric check-ups. 
  • Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic tests, including laboratory work, imaging, and other relevant studies. 
  • Provide patient management, counseling, referrals, and health education to patients, families, and caregivers, with a focus on preventive care and wellness. 
  • Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver coordinated and holistic care.

Work Schedule:

M-F 8-5

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

- None

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

 

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