Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) - GU Radiation Oncology

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider Radiation Oncology role plays a key part in an outpatient setting, supporting patients through all phases of treatment within a collaborative, multidisciplinary care model. This position contributes to a high-performing clinical environment dedicated to excellence in oncology care. UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Advanced Practice Provider Radiation Oncology role is integral to delivering exceptional care, enhancing patient outcomes, and supporting innovative treatment approaches. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside renowned clinicians while advancing clinical expertise in a fast-paced and mission-driven environment. The ideal candidate will be a licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant with experience in inpatient or outpatient clinical settings, demonstrating strong communication abilities, emotional intelligence, and a proactive approach to patient care. This individual is adaptable, team-oriented, and committed to continuous learning while maintaining a high level of clinical competence.

Requirements

• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Master's Degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice. 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.
• Physician Assistant Master's degree from an 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.
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse All of the following: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN or ACNP or ACNPC or ACAGNP or AGACNP or ACNPC-AG or AGACNP or AGNP or ACPNP or ANP or AGNP or AGPCNP or FNP or GNP or PNP or PMHNP or WHNP or APNP). Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) If working in the following departments: Pediatric - Patient Care (113100).
• MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing.
• Physician Assistant All of the following: PA certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants.
• Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners.
• MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas.
• Must meet the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) if working in one of following department: Pediatrics - Patient Care (113100).

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in Advanced Practice Provider role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and ongoing patient assessments
• Identify and manage urgent patient care concerns in a timely manner
• Evaluate unscheduled patients and coordinate appropriate referrals
• Assess and manage treatment-related side effects of radiation therapy
• Collaborate with physicians to develop and monitor individualized care plans
• Order diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in accordance with established guidelines
• Support patients before, during, and after radiation therapy treatment
• Provide education to patients, families, and healthcare colleagues
• Document consultations, follow-ups, and treatment summaries accurately
• Participate in onboarding and precepting new Advanced Practice Provider team members
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and multidisciplinary care teams

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank
• Paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System
• Voluntary retirement plans
• Employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

What This Job Offers

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