Advanced Practice Provider - Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Outpatient

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant) joins the Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition Department in the Division of Internal Medicine at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. The department evaluates and manages gastrointestinal and liver-related conditions affecting patients throughout the cancer continuum. This provider delivers direct outpatient care as an integral member of an interdisciplinary clinical team, working closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals under physician supervision.

The role includes patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, education, and care coordination, supporting patients and families throughout the disease process. The provider also contributes to clinical protocols, research projects, and the application of research findings to clinical practice. The position is based at the Texas Medical Center and typically follows a Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule. The salary range is $117,500–$176,500, with a midpoint of $146,500.

Requirements

• Graduate-level degree requirements established by the Texas Board of Nursing or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners for clinical licensure as an APRN or PA.
• Written authorization from the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners to function as a Physician Assistant, or written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, as applicable.
• Applicable APRN or PA certification and licensure for the clinical role.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) credentials as applicable.
• Obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges.
• Ability to satisfy and maintain applicable requirements for positions responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure.

Nice To Haves

• At least three years of Advanced Practice Provider experience.
• Gastroenterology or surgical experience in an outpatient setting.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification, as required by the patient care area.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess, triage, and therapeutically manage patient and family needs throughout the disease process.
• Deliver direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Obtain medical histories and perform physical examinations.
• Formulate and manage patient treatment plans and outcomes.
• Practice under the authority and supervision of the attending physician.
• Comply with regulations, hospital policies, protocols, and clinical pathways.
• Review, order, and evaluate diagnostic tests and radiographic results.
• Perform procedures within the approved scope of practice.
• Prescribe treatment and sign prescriptions in accordance with institutional and state requirements.
• Screen physician calls and educate patients and families about care and available resources.
• Support patient understanding throughout the disease process.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team rounds and collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Provide indirect support to clinic staff and interdisciplinary team members.
• Collaborate on research projects, formulate clinical protocols, and apply research findings to clinical practice.
• Support quality patient outcomes throughout the disease process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting on the first day 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 and wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
• Access to wellness and fitness resources 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.

What This Job Offers

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