Physician Assistant- Emergency Medicine Fellowship

Company: UT Southwestern Medical Center
Location: Dallas
Posted on: September 17, 2020

Job Description:

Emergency Medicine Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship Overview
The Emergency Medicine Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Fellowship is an intensive, one-year postgraduate clinical training program for physician assistants and advanced practice registered nurses seeking specialized training in emergency medicine. New graduates and experienced clinicians may apply. Only completed applications will be considered.

Experience and Education
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EDUCATION
Master s degree or higher in nursing, documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Current applicable American Heart Association Life Support certification(s) based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.

Dual credentialing which encompasses both acute care certification and across the lifespan care is preferred. Candidates with three (3) years of clinical experience as a registered nurse, preferably in emergency medicine and/or ICU preferred.

APPLICATION PROCESS
A completed application must include the following:
1. Personal statement (explanation of why you wish to pursue the fellowship)
2. CV/Resume
3. List of clinical rotation sites, preceptors, responsibilities, and hours (if less than 5 years of experience)
4. Unofficial transcript with GPA from advanced practice graduate program
5. Copies of advanced practice certification and state licensure (may defer if not yet obtained)
6. Two letters of recommendation. One should come from an advanced practice program director (if less than 3 years since graduation) and the other should be from a manager, preceptor, or advisor with knowledge of your clinical experience.

Timeline:
September 1st - September 30th: Applications accepted
October: Interview invites extended
November: Interviews
December: Candidate notification
June: Fellowship begins
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Job Duties
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1. Conducts and documents comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status.
2. 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.
3. Demonstrates proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate based on specialty and training.
4. Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.
5. Facilitates/participates in quality related initiatives through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance.
6. Collaborates in research projects and protocols; and routinely applies evidence based best practices to patient care.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities of Position
Accuracy and ability to exercise considerable judgment.
Ability to maintain current customer service, clinical, and technical skills.
Ability to identify opportunities and provide suggestions for improvements in departmental policy, procedures, and protocols.
Proficient use of EMR in the delivery of care

Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in a clinical environment. The incumbent may be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases.
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of Vice President for Human Resources Administration or his/her designee.

Salary
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$82,000.00

Security
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This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; sex; including sexual harassment; age; disability; genetic information; citizenship status; and protected veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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