Why UT Southwestern

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, 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.

The Department of Dermatology at UT Southwestern Medical Center is a leader in its field, with numerous awards and recognition for excellence in research, education, patient care, and community service.

Our team serves patients at UT Southwestern, Parkland Hospital , the Dallas Veterans Affairs Medical Center , and Children's Health ℠ Children's Medical Center Dallas . In total, our department is responsible for more than 80,000 patient visits each year, giving our team extensive experience with the full spectrum of dermatological conditions.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Physician Assistant to join our growing team! This provider will care for patients in general dermatology as well as treating vulvovaginal conditions. This provider is compassionate about patient care, a team player, adaptable, appreciates a fast-paced environment, and has the desire to make a difference within a growing team. This is an outpatient position working M-F, 8-5p.m. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Experience and Education

• Graduate of a Master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program.

• Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certification required.

• Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on the UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.

Job Duties

• 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 based on specialty and training.

• Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.

• Facilitates/participates in quality related initiatives through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance.

• Collaborates in research projects and protocols; and routinely applies evidence based best practices to patient care.

• 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

• Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of the Vice President for Human Resources Administration, or his/her designee.

• To meet the needs of the team, this position requires the APP to work a minimum of one shift per calendar month, based on operational needs. Nights, weekends, or holidays may be required by the department.

• Work is performed primarily in a clinical environment. The incumbent may be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

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. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including 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. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/