Oncology Advanced Practice Provider; APRN or PA – Breast Medical Oncology

Seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team in Breast Medical Oncology. This department seeks to improve the survival of breast cancer patients, provide new knowledge through research, patient-centered clinical care, cancer prevention, and education and outreach with the ultimate goal of eliminating breast cancer. The ideal candidate will be a licensed APRN or PA with at least 2 years of clinical experience.

They will bring a strong background in Oncology, demonstrating both technical expertise and compassionate patient care. Candidates with an Oncology certification are highly preferred, though not required. 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.

We have been named one of the top two hospitals in cancer care every year since U.S. News & World Report began its annual rankings in 1990. As one of the largest cancer centers in the world, MD Anderson remains committed to the highest standards for research‑driven patient care and to providing quality education and training for the next generation of medical professionals.

Patient Assessment/Intervention/Evaluation/Performance of Diagnostic/Therapeutic Procedures

• Provide quality patient care in relation to the patient’s prescribed diagnosis, treatment, age group, development and other identified needs.
• Conduct health assessment including the medical history, physical examination and psychosocial assessment.
• Conduct inpatient service daily rounds on each patient and report findings to the attending physician.
• Monitor and review findings of laboratory, clinical, radiographic, and procedural data on ambulatory or inpatient service and develop appropriate plan of care.
• Prevents, minimizes, and manages symptoms, toxicities, health abnormalities related to disease or treatment in collaboration with physician and other allied personnel.
• Schedules consultation, diagnostic procedures, and facilitates coordination with the attending physician.
• Writes prescriptions (if eligible) as needed.
• Provides triage in ambulatory setting for consistent patient care.
• Writes chemotherapy orders under the supervision of a physician or verifies orders written by physician.

• Provides general health education to the patient and his/her family.
• Participates in formal and informal instruction of nursing students, professional nurses and other health professionals.
• Keeps current by attending continuing education programs related to the clinical area.
• Assists in development of education material for use by staff or patient.
• Attends departmental meetings pertinent to the Advanced Practice Provider.
• Contributes to research efforts of the department in accrual to protocols or trials.
• Collaborates with medical, nursing and other disciplines regarding plan of care, follow‑up and evaluation.
• Recommends therapeutic measures for relief of symptoms.
• Initiates or collaborates in research projects.
• Assists with the implementation of registered departmental research protocols.