Physician Assistant Orthopaedic Oncology

The Orthopaedic Oncology department at MD Anderson Cancer Center is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art treatment for adults and children with musculoskeletal bone tumors, including osteosarcoma, Ewing's sarcoma, Giant Cell tumors, chondroblastoma, chondrosarcoma, chordoma, and soft tissue sarcomas. Our goal is to maximize the function of each patient with advanced surgical and reconstructive techniques. We also manage orthopaedic problems in oncologic patients, including fractures, arthritis, avascular necrosis and osteoporosis.

The ideal candidate will have Orthopaedic Surgery or Oncology experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

APP completes History & Physical for oncology patients diagnosed general musculoskeletal diagnosis and patients with primary bone or soft tissue tumors or metastatic tumors. Completes preoperative H&P and submits indicated consultation request for medical preoperative evaluation; completes postoperative exam and manages postoperative complications; reviews diagnostic studies and laboratory studies and formulates a differential diagnosis and treatment plan; documents patient encounters by dictating prompt PME, H&P, preoperative & postoperative note; dictates all telephone patient communication; presents patient case history and imaging studies at multidisciplinary conferences & dictates recommendations; discusses importance of cancer treatment for newly diagnosed patients and discusses the importance of tumor surveillance; Communicates with patient's allied care providers and referring physicians to assist with ongoing outpatient care; Performs outpatient orthopedic procedures.

Manages the faculty's surgical schedule, schedules surgical cases. Communicates with multiple surgical services and coordinates multi-surgeon cases. First and second assists in surgery; Submits preoperative and postoperative orders.

APP covers the inpatient and ACCC after hours while on call. Provides medical management of postoperative patients; Evaluates and manages urgent and emergent problems for Orthopaedic oncology patients in the inpatient and ACCC. Communicates with the MERIT team, ICU staff and on call consultants for emergent medical problems; Implements appropriate acute care assessments and orders appropriate diagnostic testing, consultation and intervention; Cover the OR after hours and on weekends. Weekend on-call coverage includes Friday through Sunday.

Join Our Orthopaedic Oncology 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).

Shift: Monday - Friday with after hours call responsibilities. Outpatient & Operating Room
Salary Range: Minimum $117,500.00 - Midpoint $146,500.00 - Maximum $176,500.00

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.

Why You'll Love It Here:
• Strong team culture
• Dedicated APP leadership and mentorship
• Opportunities to get involved in department initiatives
• Opportunities for continuous professional development
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
• Orthopaedic Surgery experience
• Oncology experience
• Experience with Epic/OneConnect

Experience
• New graduates will be considered if have rotated through surgical services
• 1 year prior App experience
• FNP certification required for APRNs
• RNFA for APRNs is required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: PA - Physician Assistant Written authorization from the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) to function as Physician Assistant. Upon Hire or
• Required: APRN - Adv Practice Registered Nurse Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Upon Hire or
• Required: FNP - Family Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
• Required: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association Basic Life Support Upon Hire

Preferred: None

EXPERIENCE
Required : None.

Preferred: One year Orthopaedic Surgery or Oncology experience with consistent work history.

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.