Advanced Practice Provider - General Internal Medicine - Outpatient

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center•Houston, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP), either an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA), supports the inpatient General Internal Medicine (GIM) consult service at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Working closely with faculty physicians and multidisciplinary teams, the APP provides comprehensive inpatient and consultative care, manages complex acute and chronic medical needs, coordinates care, and supports patients throughout hospitalization and treatment. The role contributes to patient education, clinical collaboration, continuity of care, and consistent seven-day coverage across the service. The position is onsite and scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The ideal candidate has at least three years of APP experience and a strong foundation in Internal Medicine. Preferred experience includes Internal Medicine and/or Weight Management or Obesity Clinic work, as well as certification in Weight Management or Obesity Medication. Candidates should demonstrate strong clinical judgment, effective communication, job stability, and the ability to transition within one month. The role provides broad clinical exposure across Internal Medicine and related specialties, opportunities to participate in patient education and research activities, and professional development in a collaborative environment. The position may involve responsibility for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure; required security screening and ongoing compliance are conditions of hire and continued employment.

Requirements

Master's degree in Nursing, or Doctorate in Nursing Practice. The degree may be waived for applicants recognized as an APRN by the Texas State Board of Nursing before January 1, 2003; graduate education and Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with the clinical practice area and patient population.
Alternatively, a master's degree from an ARC-PA-accredited Physician Assistant program, except for Physician Assistants who graduated from a PA program before 2013.
Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, when practicing as an APRN; related authorization must be consistent with the clinical practice area and patient population.
Applicable APRN certification and authorization for the clinical practice area, as specified in the posting, when practicing as an APRN.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; the posting specifies American Heart Association BLS as preferred and required for applicable roles.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) if working in Pediatric - Patient Care (113100).
Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing may be required.
Must obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges; continued employment is contingent upon maintaining them.
Physician Assistant Certification (PAC) by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants, when practicing as a PA.
Texas Physician Assistant license, when practicing as a PA.
Ability to satisfy and maintain applicable requirements for security and integrity of critical infrastructure, if the position is responsible for such infrastructure.
Strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills.
Job stability and ability to transition within one month.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of APP experience.
Internal Medicine experience.
Weight Management or Obesity Clinic experience.
Certified Weight Management or Obesity Medication certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification as required by the patient care area.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification as required by the patient care area.

Responsibilities

Assess patients through comprehensive histories, physical examinations, and psychosocial assessments.
Manage chronic and acute medical conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, COPD, and common episodic illnesses.
Assess and manage suspected DVT, asymptomatic PE, and chemotherapy-related adverse events.
Provide care for acutely ill hospitalized surgical patients.
Communicate findings and treatment plans to physicians, patients, and families.
Complete histories, physical assessments, and progress notes within 24 hours.
Order diagnostic testing, medications, and treatments within delegated prescriptive authority.
Review laboratory, pathology, radiology, and other diagnostic reports.
Complete clinical documentation, including radiology, nuclear medicine, and prescription-related paperwork.
Place patients on clinical pathways and support care coordination activities.
Support General Internal Medicine services in collaboration with faculty physicians.
Coordinate care with supervising physicians, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams.
Review diagnostic results and assist with patient disposition planning.
Facilitate communication across specialties and healthcare teams.
Respond to provider consultations and serve as a liaison for patients and families.
Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and ongoing care.
Provide training and mentorship to nursing personnel, APP students, house officers, and medical students.
Participate in clinical research activities and patient eligibility assessments.
Attend monthly Consultative Medicine meetings and Division of Internal Medicine Grand Rounds.
Promote a service-oriented, patient-centered approach to care.
Maintain collaborative relationships with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team members.
Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and ethical practice standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Employer-paid medical coverage starting on day one for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for paid time off (PTO) and an Extended Illness Bank.
Paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
Access to 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.
Educational opportunities and individual and team recognition.
Professional development opportunities.
Comprehensive benefits supporting career growth and work-life balance.