Advanced Practice Provider - Neurosurgery - Spine- Inpatient/Outpatient (TMC)

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in. UTHealth Houston Neurosciences is seeking a highly skilled Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Neurosurgery Service Line , supporting both inpatient and outpatient care . This role is designed for an APP who thrives in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment and wants to practice at the top of their license across the full continuum of spine trauma care- from initial hospital management through post-operative recovery and longitudinal follow-up. Schedule & Structure Full-time position Blended IP/OP model : Inpatient trauma spine service coverage Outpatient spine clinic (post-op and new patient evaluations) Schedule may include rotating inpatient coverage depending on service needs Core Responsibilities Inpatient Trauma Spine Care Collaborate with neurosurgery and orthopedic spine surgeons in the management of: Traumatic spine injuries (fractures, instability, spinal cord injury) Post-operative spine patients Perform: Daily rounds, patient assessments, and care planning Admission histories and physicals Discharge planning and coordination Manage: Acute complications, pain control, and neurological status changes Coordinate care with: ICU teams, hospitalists, rehab services, and case management Outpatient Spine Practice Conduct clinic visits for: Post-operative follow-up New spine trauma referrals Evaluate imaging and clinical progression Manage: Pain regimens, wound care, and recovery milestones Provide patient and family education on: Recovery expectations Activity restrictions and return-to-function planning Procedural & Clinical Support First assist in the OR (if credentialed and applicable) Perform bedside procedures within scope (e.g., staple/suture removal, wound care) Support clinical pathway development and standardization Care Coordination & Quality Ensure seamless transitions across inpatient outpatient continuum Participate in: Trauma program initiatives Quality improvement and outcomes tracking Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR Qualifications Graduate of an accredited: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP/ACNP) program OR Physician Assistant program Board certified (ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA) Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Texas Acute care training/experience required Preferred: Experience in neurosurgery, spine, trauma, ICU, or hospital medicine Why This Role Full Continuum Practice: Manage patients from acute trauma through recovery High-Acuity Exposure: Work within a dynamic trauma spine program Collaborative Model: Partner closely with surgeons, APPs, and multidisciplinary teams Professional Growth: Opportunities for involvement in research, education, and program development About UTHealth Houston Neurosciences UTHealth Houston Neurosciences is a leading academic program delivering advanced, multidisciplinary care across neurology and neurosurgery, with a strong commitment to innovation, education, and clinical e