MD Anderson Cancer Center
Advanced Practice Provider Colon & Rectal Surgery
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Join Our Colon & Rectal Surgery Team as an Advanced Practice Provider - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant (APRN/PA)
Must be open to traveling to Houston Area Locations (HALs), West Houston & Sugarland as needed.
Company Summary MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked among the top cancer treatment centers in the world. As part of the University of Texas System and located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, our mission is to eliminate cancer through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research, and education. We value innovation, collaboration, and excellence in patient-centered care.
Department Overview - Colon & Rectal Surgical Oncology The Colon & Rectal Surgical Oncology department at MD Anderson is a high-volume, fast-paced clinical setting with a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration. Our APP team is deeply integrated into patient care and clinical decision-making and benefits from excellent retention, continuous professional development, and opportunities to lead initiatives in QI, research, and APP-led clinics.
Why You'll Love It Here
New position due to program growth
Strong team culture
No after-hours call, nights, or holidays
Dedicated APP leadership and mentorship
Opportunities to get involved in department initiatives
Ideal Candidate Profile Must-Haves
Exceptional attention to detail and organization
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
High emotional intelligence and ability to work effectively in a dyad partnership or independently
Professionalism in all forms of interaction and communication
Nice-to-Haves
Experience managing surgical patients
Surgical Oncology experience
Experience with Epic/OneConnect
Experience
New graduates will be considered; however, prior APP experience is preferred in a critical care environment or surgical experience.
RNFA for APRNs is a plus but not required.
Key Functions
Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations for new, consult, and follow-up patients
Collaborate with supervising physicians and fellows to develop and implement care plans
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, imaging, and lab work
Document clinical encounters clearly via dictation or manual entry
Perform minor outpatient procedures (e.g., wound care, drain removal, suture removal)
Manage pre- and post-operative care for surgical patients
Provide thorough patient and family education
Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams across the institution
Participate in education, research, and administrative initiatives as needed
Other duties as assigned
Additional Information
This role is best suited for an APP who thrives in a collaborative, detail-oriented environment.
The position offers the opportunity to work closely with surgical oncology faculty in a high-impact, patient-centered practice.
Qualifications Education
Degree requirements as defined by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) as required for clinical licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant.
Licensure/Certification
Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant. Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
May be required: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas.
Preferred: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by patient care area.
Experience
Prior APP experience in critical care or surgical environment preferred.
RNFA for APRNs is a plus but not required.
Education
Required: Master's Degree 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.
Licenses and Certifications
Required: PAC - Physician Assistant Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants.
Required: PA - Physician Assistant Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners upon hire.
Required: May be required: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas upon hire.
Required: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire.
Required: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire.
Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire if working in pediatric department.
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.
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.
Recruitment Information
Requisition ID: 176942
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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Company Summary MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked among the top cancer treatment centers in the world. As part of the University of Texas System and located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, our mission is to eliminate cancer through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research, and education. We value innovation, collaboration, and excellence in patient-centered care.
Department Overview - Colon & Rectal Surgical Oncology The Colon & Rectal Surgical Oncology department at MD Anderson is a high-volume, fast-paced clinical setting with a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration. Our APP team is deeply integrated into patient care and clinical decision-making and benefits from excellent retention, continuous professional development, and opportunities to lead initiatives in QI, research, and APP-led clinics.
Why You'll Love It Here
New position due to program growth
Strong team culture
No after-hours call, nights, or holidays
Dedicated APP leadership and mentorship
Opportunities to get involved in department initiatives
Ideal Candidate Profile Must-Haves
Exceptional attention to detail and organization
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
High emotional intelligence and ability to work effectively in a dyad partnership or independently
Professionalism in all forms of interaction and communication
Nice-to-Haves
Experience managing surgical patients
Surgical Oncology experience
Experience with Epic/OneConnect
Experience
New graduates will be considered; however, prior APP experience is preferred in a critical care environment or surgical experience.
RNFA for APRNs is a plus but not required.
Key Functions
Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations for new, consult, and follow-up patients
Collaborate with supervising physicians and fellows to develop and implement care plans
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, imaging, and lab work
Document clinical encounters clearly via dictation or manual entry
Perform minor outpatient procedures (e.g., wound care, drain removal, suture removal)
Manage pre- and post-operative care for surgical patients
Provide thorough patient and family education
Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams across the institution
Participate in education, research, and administrative initiatives as needed
Other duties as assigned
Additional Information
This role is best suited for an APP who thrives in a collaborative, detail-oriented environment.
The position offers the opportunity to work closely with surgical oncology faculty in a high-impact, patient-centered practice.
Qualifications Education
Degree requirements as defined by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) as required for clinical licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant.
Licensure/Certification
Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant. Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
May be required: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas.
Preferred: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by patient care area.
Experience
Prior APP experience in critical care or surgical environment preferred.
RNFA for APRNs is a plus but not required.
Education
Required: Master's Degree 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.
Licenses and Certifications
Required: PAC - Physician Assistant Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants.
Required: PA - Physician Assistant Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners upon hire.
Required: May be required: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas upon hire.
Required: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire.
Required: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire.
Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire if working in pediatric department.
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.
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.
Recruitment Information
Requisition ID: 176942
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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