Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or Physician Assistant) - Infectious Diseases

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Infectious Diseases department provides expert clinical consultations to prevent, diagnose, and treat infections in both adult and pediatric cancer patients. Our mission is to provide specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infections in cancer patients through high quality clinical consultation, infection control and research programs. The ideal Advanced Practice Provider will be a compassionate, detail-oriented advanced practice provider who thrives in a collaborative, academic medical environment and is committed to delivering high-quality infectious disease care to adult and pediatric oncology patients. This individual demonstrates strong clinical judgment and growing independence in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of complex infections across the cancer care continuum, while working under the supervision of an attending physician and in accordance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements. The candidate is skilled in obtaining comprehensive medical histories, performing physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic and radiographic studies, developing and managing treatment plans, and performing procedures and prescribing therapies as authorized. They excel as part of an interdisciplinary team, effectively communicate with patients and families, and serve as a clinical resource through education and triage. In addition, the ideal candidate supports administrative and documentation processes, maintains accurate medical records, assists with referrals and follow-up care, and demonstrates interest in clinical research, protocol development, and applying evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes in oncology infectious disease care. The shift will be 4-10/hour shifts working Monday-Friday from 8am-6pm plus one weekend requirement Saturday & Sunday in-person shift every five weeks. Ideal candidate will have at least two years of advanced practice experience.

Requirements

• Master's Degree Nursing or Doctorate Nursing Practice.
• Degree 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.
• Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.
• BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support If working in the following departments: Pediatric - Patient Care (113100). Upon Hire
• MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Upon Hire
• Clinical Privileges Must obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges. Continued employment in this position at MD Anderson is contingent upon maintaining these privileges.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of Advanced Practice experience
• BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association Basic Life Support. Upon Hire
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire

Responsibilities

• Provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process.
• Acts under the authority and supervision of the attending physician and in accordance with regulations, hospital policy, protocols, and clinical pathways.
• Obtains medical histories, performs physical examinations, reviews/orders diagnostic tests and radiographic results, formulates and manages patient treatment plans and outcomes.
• Performs procedures, prescribes treatment, and signs prescriptions in accordance with institution and state requirements.
• Screens physician calls to educate patient/family on care and resources.
• Makes rounds with interdisciplinary team.
• Collaborates in research projects, formulates protocols, and applies research to practice.
• Processes administrative correspondence with patients, physicians, third-party carriers, and other entities as delegated by the supervising physician.
• Assists supervising physician with routine chart follow-ups and order appropriate referrals, laboratory, radiological, or supportive care.
• Assists with and maintains patient records in compliance with UTMDACC guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals.
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans.
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program.
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.
• Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level