Advance Practice Provider (APP)
About The Position
Texas Oncology Weslaco is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join their Medical Oncology Department. This is a full-time position with a typical Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm schedule, excluding weekends and major holidays. The position level (1, 2, or Sr) will be determined by the candidate's experience. Texas Oncology is a large community oncology provider with a mission to make high-quality cancer care accessible. They offer a warm, caring environment and personalized care, utilizing leading-edge technology and research. The APP will play a crucial role in providing direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care in collaboration with physicians, impacting patient outcomes throughout the care continuum and adhering to compliance programs.
Requirements
- Nurse Practitioner: Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program. RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state. Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification.
- Physician Assistant: Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program. Current NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certification. Current state license as a Physician Assistant in practicing state. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification.
- Clinical Nurse Specialist: Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Clinical Nurse Specialist program. RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state. Current state licensure as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification.
- Level 1 requires a minimum of 0-3 years of experience.
- Level 2 requires a minimum of 3 years of experience.
- Level Sr requires 6 years of experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care, including documentation, patient and family education, ordering and reviewing diagnostic studies, prescribing medications, managing symptoms, counseling and support, collaborating with and referring to other healthcare providers, and educating staff, students, and the community.
- Engage in interdependent practice with collaborative physician(s) and team.
- Utilize Electronic Health Record proficiently for care delivery and complete documentation per Texas Oncology policy.
- Build strong collaborative relationships within the organization and the local medical community.
- Perform diagnostic/therapeutic procedures as appropriate.
- Participate in tumor boards, institutional trainings, and meetings as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Engage in educational development, including treatment review and coordination, survivorship, genetic consultations, high-risk clinics, and advanced care planning.
- Participate in clinical research.
- Take on leadership roles regionally and state-wide.
- Mentor new colleagues and APP students.
- Pursue career advancement.
- Seek publication and speaking opportunities.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries with potential for productivity related compensation.
- Generous CME budget.
- Annual allotment of education days.
- Tailored professional onboarding.
- Potential eligibility for Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
