Advanced Practice Provider - APRN or PA - Breast Radiation Oncolo...
MD Anderson Cancer Center - Houston, Texas, United States, 77001
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Join Our Breast Radiation Oncology Team as an Advanced Practice Provider - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant (APRN/PA) Texas Medical Center | MonFri, 8 AM5 PM MD Anderson Cancer Center is growing! We're looking for a compassionate and driven Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) to join our Radiation Oncology team, caring for patients undergoing treatment for breast malignancies. You'll support patients undergoing radiation therapy in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. Why You'll Love It Here: New position due to program growth Low turnover and strong team culture No after-hours call, nights, weekends, or holidays Dedicated APP leadership and mentorship Opportunities to get involved in department initiatives Ideal Candidate: At least 1 year of APP inpatient experience or 2 years outpatient clinical experience Oncology or women's health experience is a plus High emotional intelligence, adaptability, and a strong team spirit Key Responsibilities Include: Conduct comprehensive assessments and manage care coordination for patients undergoing radiation therapy Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and radiation therapists Monitor and manage side effects of radiation therapy Educate patients and families, and contribute to quality care initiatives Document care thoroughly and maintain compliance with policies Join us in delivering world-class cancer care in a department that values your growth, input, and well-being. Education Required: 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 Required: 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. 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