APP General Surgery Fellowship

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The General Surgery Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship at UT Southwestern Medical Center is a one-year, comprehensive training program designed to prepare advanced practice providers (APPs) for careers in surgical subspecialties. The fellowship is open to nurse practitioners (NPs) with RN First Assist (RNFA) certification and physician assistants (PAs) who have completed a graduate-level program and demonstrate a strong interest in surgical care. During the fellowship, participants gain hands-on clinical experience across a broad range of surgical subspecialties, including general surgery (elective and emergent), gynecology, transplant surgery, surgical oncology, colorectal surgery, surgical intensive care, and thoracic surgery. Fellows work closely with attending surgeons, experienced APPs, and interdisciplinary team members and participate in all phases of patient care, from preoperative evaluation through postoperative follow-up. The curriculum combines immersive clinical training with structured didactic education, hands-on workshops, and specialty-specific conferences and rounds. Fellows also participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes. Upon completion of the program, graduates are equipped with the skills and clinical judgment necessary to practice independently or serve as highly effective members of surgical teams.

Requirements

• Minimum of a master's degree in nursing as an acute care nurse practitioner with RNFA from an accredited advanced practice education program OR graduate of a physician assistant master's program accredited by ARC-PA prior to the fellowship program start date.
• Current Texas Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification (AGACNP-BC or ACNPC-AG) with RNFA or Texas Physician Assistant license and national board certification
• Texas licensure must be obtained by January 15, 2027
• Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing (as applicable)
• Current BLS and ACLS certification through the American Heart Association or Red Cross, per UT Southwestern policy
• Program admission is open to new graduates or experienced Acute Care NPs with RNFA certification or Physician Assistants that meet the program eligibility requirements.
• Current curriculum vitae (CV) detailing education, professional experience, volunteer work, and scholarly or professional activities
• Unofficial graduate program transcripts
• Copy of current APRN or PA license and certification
• Personal statement (500-word limit) describing interest in the General Surgery APP Fellowship and anticipated career goals
• Two letters of recommendation reflecting clinical performance: At least one letter must be from a physician or APP with an active medical license. New graduates should include a letter from a program director or faculty member.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop treatment plans in collaboration with the surgical team.
• Assist in the operating room, including but not limited to performing surgical first assist duties and providing intraoperative care.
• Conduct daily patient rounds, document progress notes, and communicate with patients and their families regarding the patient's care plan.
• Participate in on-call coverage as assigned by the surgical team.
• Attend educational sessions and conferences to enhance knowledge of surgical subspecialties and patient care.
• Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team to ensure safe and effective patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care in the electronic health record.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• paid time off
• continuing education funds
• low-cost medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level