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BSA Health System•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

UT Health East Texas is looking for an energetic Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our world class Thoracic Surgery team in providing exceptional care to our patients in the inpatient and outpatient settings in beautiful Tyler, Texas. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you. Position Highlights: Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM (flexible hours available) New Graduates Welcome: We encourage recent graduates to apply and grow with our team. Inpatient Care Manage hospitalized thoracic patients through daily rounds, lab and imaging review, and clinical decision-making. Document daily progress notes and maintain accurate medical records. Perform credentialed procedures as needed. Participate in post-discharge follow-up to ensure continuity of care. Outpatient & Clinic Duties Independently and collaboratively see patients in the clinic. Assist with patient communications, including returning calls and coordinating care. Provide thorough patient education regarding thoracic procedures. Coordinate and schedule lab work and imaging studies. Surgical Support Optional first assist in thoracic surgical cases, including robotic procedures. Support surgeons in the operating room and perioperative care. Care Coordination Collaborate with nurses, social workers, and other staff to facilitate safe and timely discharges. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, healthcare providers, patients, and families. Quality & Improvement Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and experiences. Smart Technology: See more patients without extending your day. Our providers use Epic EMR and Ambience AI scribe technology to automate documentation, reduce administrative burden, improve patient flow, and ensure accurate coding—leading to better work-life balance and revenue.

Requirements

BC/BE as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Previous OR experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manage hospitalized thoracic patients through daily rounds, lab and imaging review, and clinical decision-making.
Document daily progress notes and maintain accurate medical records.
Perform credentialed procedures as needed.
Participate in post-discharge follow-up to ensure continuity of care.
Independently and collaboratively see patients in the clinic.
Assist with patient communications, including returning calls and coordinating care.
Provide thorough patient education regarding thoracic procedures.
Coordinate and schedule lab work and imaging studies.
Optional first assist in thoracic surgical cases, including robotic procedures.
Support surgeons in the operating room and perioperative care.
Collaborate with nurses, social workers, and other staff to facilitate safe and timely discharges.
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, healthcare providers, patients, and families.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and experiences.