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MD Anderson Cancer Center Texas

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

MD Anderson Cancer Center Texas Houston, TX, US
$117,500 - $176,500 / year
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.

MD Anderson offers employees:

  • 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.

Summary

This position is responsible for the performance of increasingly independent and complex tasks that are routine and standardized. It provides direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care under Physician supervision and impacts the quality of patient care and patient outcomes throughout the disease process.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Patient Care - Direct

As an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, he or she 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.

Administrative

Process correspondence with patients, physicians, third-party carriers, and other entities as delegated by the supervising physician.

Assist supervising physician with routine chart follow-ups and order appropriate referrals, laboratory, radiological, or supportive care.

Assist with and maintain patient records in compliance with UTMDACC guidelines.

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

  • Required: Master's Degree Nursing. or
  • Required: 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.

WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Required: None
  • Preference: Two years of Advanced Practice experience

Work Experience

Preferred: Three years of APP experience, Internal Medicine experience and/or Weight Management/Obesity Clinic experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Upon Hire

Required: APRN - Adv Practice Registered Nurse Upon Hire or

Required: ACNP - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or

Required: ACNPC - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - AACCNCC Upon Hire or

Required: ACAGNP - Acute Care Adult/Geron NP Upon Hire or

Required: AGACNP - Adult-Gerontology AcuteCare NP Upon Hire or

Required: ACNPC-AG - Cert AD GEY Acute Care NP Upon Hire or

Required: AGPCNP -Adult-Gero Primary Care NP Upon Hire or

Required: AGNP -Adult/Gerontology NP Upon Hire or

Required: ACPNP -Acute Care Pediatric Nurs Prac Upon Hire or

Required: ANP - Adult Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or

Required: FNP - Family Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or

Required: GNP - Gerontological Nurse Prac Upon Hire or

Required: PNP - Pediatric Nurse Practit Upon Hire or

Required: PMHNP - Psych/Mental Health NP Upon Hire or

Required: WHNP - Womans Health Nurse Pract. Upon Hire or

Required: APNPAdv Pract Nurse/Prescriptive Upon Hire or

Required: Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Upon Hire

Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire and

Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support If working in the following departments: Pediatric - Patient Care (113100). Upon Hire and

Preferred: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association Basic Life Support. Upon Hire

Preferred: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire

Preferred: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire

Required: MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Upon Hire

Required: Clinical Privileges Must obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges. Continued employment in this position at MD Anderson is contingent upon maintaining these privileges.

Required: PAC - Physician Assistant Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants. Upon Hire and

Required: PA - Physician Assistant Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners Upon Hire and

Preferred: Certified Weight Management or Obesity Medication certification

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

  • Requisition ID: 183226
  • Employment Status: Full-Time
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Work Week: Days, Weekends
  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 117,500
  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 146,500
  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 176,500
  • FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
  • Fund Type: Hard
  • Work Location: Onsite
  • Pivotal Position: Yes
  • Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
  • Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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