Physician Assistant Colon & Rectal Surgery

About the Department

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.

Our department is experiencing rapid growth and offers an exceptional environment for Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). We are committed to ensuring APPs can practice at the top of their license, supported by a collaborative, team‑based model that pairs APPs with faculty while still promoting autonomous clinical practice.

We prioritize ongoing professional development, providing access to dedicated APP leadership, structured mentorship, and meaningful opportunities for career advancement. Our culture empowers APPs, values their contributions, and invests in their long‑term success.

• Must be open to traveling to Houston Area Locations (HALs).
• Shift: Monday - Friday 8-5 pm. No weekends. No on‑call. Outpatient.
• Salary Range:
  Minimum $ – Midpoint $ – Maximum $

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.

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.

• 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

• 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

• Experience managing surgical patients
• Surgical Oncology experience
• Experience with Epic/One Connect

• 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.

• 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
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

• 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.

Required: Master’s Degree Accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC‑PA), except for Physician Assistants who graduatedators from a PA program prior to 2013.

• Required:
  
  PAC – Physician Assistant Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants. Upon Hire and
• Required:
  
  PA – Physician Assistant Licensed by the…