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Advanced Practice Provider - Colon & Rectal Surgery
Join Our Colon & Rectal Surgery Team as an Advanced Practice Provider - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant (APRN/PA)
Must be open to traveling to Houston Area Locations (HALs), as needed.
Company Summary:
MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked among the top cancer treatment centers in the world. As part of the University of Texas System and located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, our mission is to eliminate cancer through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research, and education. We value innovation, collaboration, and excellence in patient-centered care.
Department Overview – Colon & Rectal Surgical Oncology:
The Colon & Rectal Surgical Oncology department at MD Anderson is a high-volume, fast-paced clinical setting with a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration. Our APP team is deeply integrated into patient care and clinical decision-making and benefits from excellent retention, continuous professional development, and opportunities to lead initiatives in QI, research, and APP-led clinics.
Why You'll Love It Here:
New position due to program growth
Strong team culture
No after-hours call, nights, or holidays
Dedicated APP leadership and mentorship
Opportunities to get involved in department initiatives
Ideal Candidate Profile
Must-Haves:
Exceptional attention to detail and organization
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
High emotional intelligence and ability to work effectively in a dyad partnership or independently
Professionalism in all forms of interaction and communication
Nice-to-Haves:
Experience managing surgical patients
Surgical Oncology experience
Experience with Epic/OneConnect
Experience Level:
New graduates will be considered; however, prior APP experience is preferred in a critical care environment or surgical experience.
RNFA for APRNs is a plus but not required.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations for new, consult, and follow-up patients
Collaborate with supervising physicians and fellows to develop and implement care plans
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, imaging, and lab work
Document clinical encounters clearly via dictation or manual entry
Perform minor outpatient procedures (e.g., wound care, drain removal, suture removal)
Manage pre- and post-operative care for surgical patients
Provide thorough patient and family education
Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams across the institution
Participate in education, research, and administrative initiatives as needed
Other duties as assigned
Additional Information:
This role is best suited for an APP who thrives in a collaborative, detail-oriented environment.
The position offers the opportunity to work closely with surgical oncology faculty in a high-impact, patient-centered practice.
Education
REQUIRED: Degree requirements as defined by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) as required for clinical licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant.
Licensure/Certification
REQUIRED: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant. Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas.
PREFERRED: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by patient care area.
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
