Texas Oncology
Physician Assistant / Oncology - Medical / Texas / Locum Tenens / AdvancePractic
Texas Oncology, Brownsville, Texas, United States, 78520
Overview
Texas Oncology Brownsville is looking for an
Advanced Practice Provider (APP)
to join our team! This full-time position will support the Medical Oncology Department at our Brownsville location. Typical work week is Monday through Friday, 8 am‑5 pm with no weekends or major holidays.
Note from Hiring Manager: Texas Oncology is committed to delivering high‑quality, compassionate cancer care close to home. Our practice is staffed by a team of two board‑certified medical oncologists and a highly skilled advanced practice provider, ensuring comprehensive and personalized treatment for our patients.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including paid holidays and a healthy work‑life balance. This position will be either a level 1, 2 or Sr based on candidate experience.
Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, with approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. We use leading‑edge technology and research to deliver high‑quality, high‑touch, evidence‑based cancer care, helping patients achieve more breakthroughs.
Why Work for Us? Advanced Practice Providers with Texas Oncology are offered competitive salaries with potential for productivity‑related compensation, a generous CME budget, an annual allotment of education days, and tailored professional onboarding.
Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) Some select roles may be eligible to participate in our Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), a program designed to attract, retain, and reward top talent. LTIP typically vests over a three‑year period and is tied to both individual performance and the operational success of Texas Oncology.
What does the Advanced Practice Provider do? The primary role of the APP is to provide direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care, in collaboration with practice physicians. The APP impacts quality of patient care and patient outcomes throughout the care continuum. APPs support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
Direct care and management in the outpatient, inpatient, or surgical setting, including documentation of visits, patient and family education, ordering and reviewing diagnostic studies, prescribing medications, managing symptoms, counseling and support, collaborating with other health‑care providers, and providing education to staff, students, and the community.
Interdependent practice with collaborative physician(s) and team.
Proficient use of Electronic Health Record to deliver care and complete documentation per Texas Oncology policy and guidelines.
Build strong collaborative relationships across the organization and the local medical community.
Perform diagnostic/therapeutic procedures as appropriate.
Participate in tumor board, institutional trainings, and meetings as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Opportunities
Educational development with programmatic training, including treatment review and coordination, survivorship, genetic consultations, high‑risk clinics, and advanced care planning.
Involvement in clinical research.
Leadership roles regionally and state‑wide.
Mentorship of new colleagues and APP students.
Career advancement.
Publication and speaking opportunities.
Qualifications Ideal candidate background and experience:
Nurse Practitioner
Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
Level 1: entry‑level, 0‑3 years of experience.
Level 2: 3 years of experience.
Level Sr: 6 years of experience.
RN state licensure and current registration with the state board of nursing.
Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
Physician Assistant
Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Current NCCPA certification.
Level 1: entry‑level, 0‑3 years of experience.
Level 2: 3 years of experience.
Level Sr: 6 years of experience.
Current state license as a Physician Assistant.
Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Clinical Nurse Specialist program.
Level 1: entry‑level, 0‑3 years of experience.
Level 2: 3 years of experience.
Level Sr: 6 years of experience.
RN state licensure and current registration with the state board of nursing.
Current state licensure as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.
Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
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Advanced Practice Provider (APP)
to join our team! This full-time position will support the Medical Oncology Department at our Brownsville location. Typical work week is Monday through Friday, 8 am‑5 pm with no weekends or major holidays.
Note from Hiring Manager: Texas Oncology is committed to delivering high‑quality, compassionate cancer care close to home. Our practice is staffed by a team of two board‑certified medical oncologists and a highly skilled advanced practice provider, ensuring comprehensive and personalized treatment for our patients.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including paid holidays and a healthy work‑life balance. This position will be either a level 1, 2 or Sr based on candidate experience.
Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, with approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. We use leading‑edge technology and research to deliver high‑quality, high‑touch, evidence‑based cancer care, helping patients achieve more breakthroughs.
Why Work for Us? Advanced Practice Providers with Texas Oncology are offered competitive salaries with potential for productivity‑related compensation, a generous CME budget, an annual allotment of education days, and tailored professional onboarding.
Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) Some select roles may be eligible to participate in our Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), a program designed to attract, retain, and reward top talent. LTIP typically vests over a three‑year period and is tied to both individual performance and the operational success of Texas Oncology.
What does the Advanced Practice Provider do? The primary role of the APP is to provide direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care, in collaboration with practice physicians. The APP impacts quality of patient care and patient outcomes throughout the care continuum. APPs support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
Direct care and management in the outpatient, inpatient, or surgical setting, including documentation of visits, patient and family education, ordering and reviewing diagnostic studies, prescribing medications, managing symptoms, counseling and support, collaborating with other health‑care providers, and providing education to staff, students, and the community.
Interdependent practice with collaborative physician(s) and team.
Proficient use of Electronic Health Record to deliver care and complete documentation per Texas Oncology policy and guidelines.
Build strong collaborative relationships across the organization and the local medical community.
Perform diagnostic/therapeutic procedures as appropriate.
Participate in tumor board, institutional trainings, and meetings as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Opportunities
Educational development with programmatic training, including treatment review and coordination, survivorship, genetic consultations, high‑risk clinics, and advanced care planning.
Involvement in clinical research.
Leadership roles regionally and state‑wide.
Mentorship of new colleagues and APP students.
Career advancement.
Publication and speaking opportunities.
Qualifications Ideal candidate background and experience:
Nurse Practitioner
Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
Level 1: entry‑level, 0‑3 years of experience.
Level 2: 3 years of experience.
Level Sr: 6 years of experience.
RN state licensure and current registration with the state board of nursing.
Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
Physician Assistant
Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Current NCCPA certification.
Level 1: entry‑level, 0‑3 years of experience.
Level 2: 3 years of experience.
Level Sr: 6 years of experience.
Current state license as a Physician Assistant.
Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Clinical Nurse Specialist program.
Level 1: entry‑level, 0‑3 years of experience.
Level 2: 3 years of experience.
Level Sr: 6 years of experience.
RN state licensure and current registration with the state board of nursing.
Current state licensure as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.
Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
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