Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or Physician Assistant) - Infectious Diseases

Overview The Infectious Diseases department provides expert clinical consultations to prevent, diagnose, and treat infections in both adult and pediatric cancer patients. Our mission is to provide specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infections in cancer patients through high quality clinical consultation, infection control and research programs. Ideal Candidate The ideal Advanced Practice Provider will be a compassionate, detail‑oriented advanced practice provider who thrives in a collaborative, academic medical environment and is committed to delivering high‑quality infectious disease care to adult and pediatric oncology patients. This individual demonstrates strong clinical judgment and growing independence in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of complex infections across the cancer care continuum, while working under the supervision of an attending physician and in accordance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements. The candidate is skilled in obtaining comprehensive medical histories, performing physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic and radiographic studies, developing and managing treatment plans, and performing procedures and prescribing therapies as authorized. They excel as part of an interdisciplinary team, effectively communicate with patients and families, and serve as a clinical resource through education and triage. In addition, the ideal candidate supports administrative and documentation processes, maintains accurate medical records, assists with referrals and follow‑up care, and demonstrates interest in clinical research, protocol development, and applying evidence‑based practices to improve patient outcomes in oncology infectious disease care. Shift Schedule The shift will be 4–10/hour shifts working Monday‑Friday from 8 am‑6 pm plus one weekend requirement Saturday & Sunday in‑person shift every five weeks. Benefits 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. Summary This position is responsible for the performance of increasingly independent and complex tasks that are routine and standardized. It provides direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care under Physician supervision and impacts the quality of patient care and patient outcomes throughout the disease process. Job Specific Competencies Patient Care – Direct As an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, he or she provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process. Acts under the authority and supervision of the attending physician and in accordance with regulations, hospital policy, protocols, and clinical pathways. Obtains medical histories, performs physical examinations, reviews or orders diagnostic tests and radiographic results, formulates and manages patient treatment plans and outcomes. Performs procedures, prescribes treatment, and signs prescriptions in accordance with institution and state requirements. Screens physician calls to educate patient/family on care and resources. Makes rounds with interdisciplinary team. Collaborates in research projects, formulates protocols, and applies research to practice. Administrative Process correspondence with patients, physicians, third‑party carriers, and other entities as delegated by the supervising physician. Assist supervising physician with routine chart follow‑ups and order appropriate referrals, laboratory, radiological, or supportive care. Assist with and maintain patient records in compliance with UTMDACC guidelines. Other Duties as Assigned Other duties as assigned Education Required: Master's Degree Nursing. Required: Doctorate Nursing Practice. Degree 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. Work Experience Required: None Licenses and Certifications Required: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Upon Hire Required: APRN – Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required: ACNP – Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire Required: ACNPC – Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – AACCNCC Upon Hire Required: ACAGNP – Acute Care Adult/Geron NP Upon Hire Required: AGACNP – Adult‑Gerontology AcuteCare NP Upon Hire Required: ACNPC‑AG – Cert AD GEY Acute Care NP Upon Hire Required: AGPCNP – Adult‑Gero Primary Care NP Upon Hire Required: AGNP – Adult/Gerontology NP Upon Hire Required: ACPNP – Acute Care Pediatric Nurs Prac Upon Hire Required: ANP – Adult Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire Required: FNP – Family Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire Required: GNP – Gerontological Nurse Prac Upon Hire Required: PNP – Pediatric Nurse Practit Upon Hire Required: PMHNP – Psych/Mental Health NP Upon Hire Required: WHNP – Women’s Health Nurse Pract. Upon Hire Required: APNP – Adv Pract Nurse/Prescriptive Upon Hire Required: Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Upon Hire Required: BLS – Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required: PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support If working in the following departments: Pediatric – Patient Care (113100). Upon Hire Preferred: BLS – Basic Life Support American Heart Association Basic Life Support. Upon Hire Preferred: ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire Preferred: PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire Required: MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. Upon Hire Required: Clinical Privileges Must obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges. Continued employment in this position at MD Anderson is contingent upon maintaining these privileges. Security and Integrity 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. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center provides 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: 181160 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days, Weekends Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 117,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 146,500 #J-18808-Ljbffr UT MD Anderson