Advanced Practice Provider - Radiation Oncology - ...

Radiation Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center provides comprehensive care to patients undergoing radiation therapy. The team works collaboratively across disciplines to deliver innovative, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs. The Woodlands campus extends this mission by offering specialized services in a community setting, supported by the resources and expertise of the Texas Medical Center. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will deliver patient care under physician supervision in the Division of Radiation Oncology. This role includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for patients receiving radiation therapy. The APP will collaborate with the healthcare team to manage treatment plans, monitor outcomes, and ensure continuity of care across inpatient and outpatient settings. The ideal candidate holds a master's degree from an accredited nurse practitioner or physician assistant program and is licensed to practice in the State of Texas. They bring at least one year of inpatient APP experience or two years in an outpatient setting, with a strong preference for those with oncology and/or head and neck experience. This individual demonstrates high emotional intelligence, adaptability, and excellent communication skills, and thrives in a collaborative, team-based environment. This position is based at the Woodlands campus with required travel to the Texas Medical Center during the initial orientation period. Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Hourly breakdown of salary range: Minimum $56.49 - Midpoint $70.43 - Maximum $84.86 • 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. • Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and assess psychological status • Develop and manage radiation clinical treatment plans and monitor outcomes • Order diagnostic tests, therapeutic procedures, and consultations • Document findings, treatment summaries, and radiation prescriptions • Manage radiation-related side effects and perform emergency interventions • Participate in radiation treatment simulations and special procedures • Review radiographs and collaborate with radiologists • Educate and counsel patients, families, and groups • Serve as a clinical resource and interdisciplinary consultant • Precept APP orientees and participate in professional development activities Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: EDUCATION Required: Master's Degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice. 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. EXPERIENCE Preferred: At least 1 year of experience in Advanced Practice Provider role. Prior Oncology experience. LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION Required: All of the following: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN or ACNP or ACNPC or ACAGNP or AGACNP or ACNPC-AG or AGACNP or AGNP or ACPNP or ANP or AGNP or AGPCNP or FNP or GNP or PNP or PMHNP or WHNP or APNP). Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Basic Life Support (BLS). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) If working in the following departments: Pediatric - Patient Care (113100). MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Physician Assistant: EDUCATION Required: Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), except for Physician Assistants who graduated from a PA program prior to 2013. EXPERIENCE Preferred: At least 1 year of experience in Advanced Practice Provider role. Prior Oncology experience. LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION Required: All of the following: PA certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants. Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners. MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas. Must meet the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) , ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) if working in one of following department: Pediatrics - Patient Care (113100). 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. Additional Information Requisition ID: 177306 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days 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?: Yes #LI-Onsite

Created: 2025-11-12