Advanced Practice Provider - Cardiology

Advanced Practice Provider - Cardiology 

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is one of the world's leading cancer centers, dedicated to eliminating cancer through exceptional patient care, research, prevention, and education. UT MD Anderson provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care while advancing discoveries that improve outcomes for patients across Texas, the nation, and the world. The Cardiology Department within the Division of Internal Medicine specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of cardiovascular disease in patients with cancer, with a strong focus on the growing field of cardio-oncology. The Advanced Practice Provider serves as an integral member of a highly specialized cardiovascular team, delivering direct patient care and supporting quality outcomes across the continuum of care.

The Advanced Practice Provider collaborates closely with cardiologists, oncologists, nurses, pharmacists, case managers, social workers, dietitians, rehabilitation specialists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive cardiovascular care for oncology patients. The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, therapeutic management, patient education, procedural support, and care coordination while practicing under physician supervision. The Advanced Practice Provider plays a vital role in supporting patients and families throughout the disease process in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant with a minimum of two years of Advanced Practice Provider experience and ideally more than five years of cardiology experience. Prior experience in cardiology, electrophysiology, critical care/coronary care, intensive care, internal medicine, or cardio-oncology is strongly preferred. Candidates should possess advanced cardiovascular assessment skills, ACLS certification, DEA registration, proficiency with electronic medical documentation including AI-supported tools, EKG interpretation, telemetry interpretation, echocardiography/Vscan familiarity, and a commitment to ongoing cardio-oncology education.

The typical work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8am–5pm. Weekend call is required on a rotating basis.

Why Us?
This role provides the opportunity to practice at the forefront of cardio-oncology alongside nationally recognized cardiologists and multidisciplinary specialists. The position offers collaboration, clinical mentorship, educational opportunities, research participation, committee involvement, leadership development, and professional growth while contributing to UT MD Anderson’s mission of improving the lives of patients with cancer. The consistent weekday schedule supports work-life balance while maintaining engagement in a highly specialized and academically focused practice.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities
Patient Assessment & Care Management
• Perform comprehensive medical histories, physical examinations, and psychosocial assessments.
• Assess patient health status and develop diagnostic and therapeutic management plans.
• Provide direct cardiovascular care based on diagnosis, treatment plan, developmental needs, and clinical presentation.
• Make daily patient rounds and communicate findings and test results to attending physicians.
• Monitor laboratory, imaging, procedural, and clinical data to support patient management decisions.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and modify care plans under physician supervision.
• Manage symptoms, toxicities, and cardiovascular complications associated with cardiac disease and cancer therapies.
• Provide psychological support and advanced care planning support to patients and families.
• Coordinate consultations, diagnostic testing, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
• Facilitate communication between patients, families, and members of the interdisciplinary care team.

Clinical Practice & Procedures
• Deliver direct medical services within delegated authority from the supervising physician.
• Participate in the management of acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions in oncology patients.
• Practice in accordance with institutional policies, state regulations, and ESC/ACC/AHA clinical guidelines.
• Review laboratory findings, diagnostic studies, imaging results, and treatment plans with attending physicians.
• Prescribe therapies and sign prescriptions in accordance with institutional and state requirements.
• Complete accurate electronic medical record documentation utilizing AI-assisted documentation tools.
• Interpret EKGs and telemetry findings.
• Utilize echocardiography and Vscan findings to support cardiovascular assessment and care planning.
• Obtain competency and certification for designated medical procedures under physician supervision.
• Perform approved procedures such as arterial and venous blood collection, central line access, medication administration, lumbar puncture, thoracentesis, paracentesis, bone marrow procedures, and other delegated medical procedures.

Education, Collaboration & Consultation
• Provide heart-healthy education and anticipatory guidance to patients and caregivers.
• Educate patients regarding treatment plans, symptom management, medications, and available resources.
• Participate in formal and informal instruction of students, trainees, nurses, and healthcare professionals.
• Provide consultation and clinical expertise to colleagues and allied health personnel.
• Collaborate with cardiology, oncology, nursing, rehabilitation, social work, nutrition, and other disciplines regarding patient care plans.
• Recommend therapeutic interventions to improve symptom control and cardiovascular outcomes.
• Support ongoing educational development through specialty cardiovascular and cardio-oncology training.

Research & Professional Development
• Identify eligible patients for cardiovascular and heart failure clinical research protocols.
• Participate in research activities, patient education, and protocol enrollment processes.
• Collaborate in departmental and institutional research initiatives.
• Apply cardiac and cardio-oncology research findings to clinical practice.
• Attend mandatory Cardiology and Division of Internal Medicine Grand Rounds activities.
• Maintain ACLS competency and ongoing clinical education.
• Participate on institutional committees and professional development activities.
• Support departmental growth and evolving cardiovascular service line initiatives, including future Houston-area clinical expansion.