UT Health East Texas·Tyler, Texas
The Advanced Practice Provider will work 12-hour shifts in a hospitalist program, serving as a mentor to staff and participating in quality improvement initiatives. They will be responsible for enhancing patient safety and optimizing clinical outcomes using the Epic EMR system.
The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine is seeking a PRN Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join its highly skilled hospitalist program at UT Health Tyler, a 502-bedLevel 1 Trauma Center in East Texas.
Your Work: 7 on / 7 off schedule 12-hour shifts (12:00 PM – 12:00 AM) Serve as a resource and mentor to nursing staff and other APPs Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety, optimize clinical outcomes, and improve care delivery processes Utilize Epic EMR ***Hospitalist experience required Recruitment Package May Include: Base salary CME allowance Commencement bonus Medical debt Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans Relocation allowance Residency stipend Paid malpractice coverage Health benefits + Retirement plan Marketing + practice growth assistance About UT Health East Texas The UTHealth East Texas system is comprised of nine hospitals, more than 90 physicianclinics, over 500 employed providers, 13 regional rehabilitation facilities,two freestanding emergency centers, six urgent care clinics, regional homehealth services covering 41 counties, an EMS fleet of more than 60 ambulancesand four helicopters, and a comprehensive seven-trauma center care network,including a Level 1 trauma center.
Our service area has a population of over1.1 million.
About UT Health Tyler UTHealth Tyler has earned multiple recognitions, including the American HeartAssociation’s 2025 “Get With The Guidelines” awards for high-quality heartfailure and stroke care, Healthgrades’ “America’s 100 Best Hospitals forOrthopedic Surgery Award, and systemwide honors for exceptional employeeengagement and loyalty.
Level ITrauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center LicensedBeds: 432 Beds OR: 12Rooms, 2 Da Vinci Xi, 2 Cysto Rooms, CV OR: 2Rooms 3 CathLabs, 3 EP Labs, including hybrid OR ICU: 78Beds Laborand Delivery: 14 Beds, 20 Step Down Beds NICU: 9NICU Beds, 7 Step Down Beds Employment Type: Full Time Accepts J-1 Waivers: No Accepts H-1b Visas: No
The role requires a qualified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with prior hospitalist experience. Candidates must be able to work a 7 on / 7 off schedule including 12-hour shifts.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Texas often draw steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices, especially where employers need clinicians who can manage complex patient care and work independently. These positions are competitive because they typically require a Master’s in Nursing, active Texas RN and APRN-NP licensure, BLS, and a specialty certification; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and save time on the original posting. Before applying, confirm your Texas BON credentials and specialty certification match the role’s exact scope.