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Advanced Practice Provider (APRN / PA)- GI Radiation Oncology

MD Anderson

Houston, TX

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SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Basic Life Support (BLS), Cancer, Communication Skills, Disability Insurance, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Gastroenterology, Genetics, Health Plan, Healthcare, Legal, Nursing, Onboarding, Oncology, Outpatient Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pediatrics, Physician Assistant, Pivotal CRM, Quality of Care, Radiation Therapy, Side Effects, Team Player, Training/Teaching, University/School Policies, Urgent Care
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) - GI Radiation Oncology
Location: Main Campus - Texas Medical Center (TMC)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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The GI Radiation Oncology team provides specialized care for adult patients with gastrointestinal cancers undergoing radiation therapy. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive treatment planning, symptom management, and survivorship care, all delivered in a collaborative outpatient setting at the Texas Medical Center.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) supports patients before, during, and after radiation therapy, offering autonomy within a team-based environment. This role focuses on patient assessment, care coordination, and education while partnering closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with a strong interest in oncology. Preferred qualifications include one year of inpatient APP experience or two years in an outpatient setting, though motivated new graduates will be considered. Oncology or gastroenterology experience is desirable but not required. Candidates should demonstrate adaptability, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Hourly breakdown of salary range: Minimum $56.49 - Midpoint $70.43 - Maximum $84.86

What We Offer:

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Key Job Functions

• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and ongoing assessments
• Identify and manage urgent patient care concerns
• Evaluate unscheduled patients and coordinate referrals
• Assess and manage treatment-related side effects
• Collaborate with physicians to develop and monitor care plans
• Order diagnostic and therapeutic procedures per guidelines
• Document consultations, follow-ups, and treatment summaries
• Educate patients, families, and healthcare colleagues
• Participate in onboarding and precepting new APP team members
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and care teams

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse:

EDUCATION

Required:

Master's Degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice. May be waived for applicants who obtained recognition as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse from the Texas State Board of Nursing prior to 1/1/2003.

Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.

EXPERIENCE

Preferred: At least 1 year of experience in Advanced Practice Provider role.

Prior Oncology experience.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

Required:

All of the following:

Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN or ACNP or ACNPC or ACAGNP or AGACNP or ACNPC-AG or AGACNP or AGNP or ACPNP or ANP or AGNP or AGPCNP or FNP or GNP or PNP or PMHNP or WHNP or APNP). Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Basic Life Support (BLS). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) If working in the following departments: Pediatric - Patient Care (113100).

MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing.

Physician Assistant:

EDUCATION

Required:

Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), except for Physician Assistants who graduated from a PA program prior to 2013.

EXPERIENCE

Preferred: At least 1 year of experience in Advanced Practice Provider role.

Prior Oncology experience.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

Required:

All of the following:

PA certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants.

Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners.

MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas.

Must meet the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) , ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) if working in one of following department: Pediatrics - Patient Care (113100).

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information
  • Requisition ID: 178005
  • Employment Status: Full-Time
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Work Week: Days
  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 117,500
  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 146,500
  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 176,500
  • FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
  • Fund Type: Hard
  • Work Location: Onsite
  • Pivotal Position: Yes
  • Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
  • Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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