Advanced Practice Provider - Ambulatory Treatment Center - Northwest Surgery
- Requisition #: 178721
- Department: ATC - Northwest Surgery
- Location: Northwest Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 2/1/2026
Advanced Practice Provider - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Northwest Surgery
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) serves as a key clinical provider within the Ambulatory Treatment Center - Northwest Surgery, delivering direct diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients across the treatment continuum. The APP performs comprehensive assessments, triages acute needs in the infusion environment, coordinates multidisciplinary care, and contributes to clinical quality and patient outcomes. As part of its mission, MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention, and the APP plays an essential role in supporting this mission through high quality, patient centered care.
The ideal candidate brings at least one year of Medical Oncology experience and demonstrates strong capability in managing complex oncology care. Preferred experience includes prior employment at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Open to new graduates with registered nurse experience in an Ambulatory Treatment Center or Chemotherapy Infusion environment. The APP will work in the Northwest Surgery Center but must be open to traveling to The Woodlands and West Houston for clinical coverage, with training conducted at the Texas Medical Center.
Hours of operation: 7:30am-8:30pm. Will work on a rotating shift.
Salary Range:
Minimum salary: 117,500 - Midpoint: 146,500 - Maximum: 176,500
Why Us?
This role offers a rare opportunity to contribute to a developing model of care that will set the standard moving forward, providing the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse & Physician Assistant with meaningful influence on clinical practice and patient outcomes. The position supports continued professional growth, including enhanced leadership capabilities, while contributing directly to MD Anderson's mission through high impact clinical decision-making and collaborative care across multiple Ambulatory Treatment Center sites.
• 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.
Responsibilities
Patient Assessment & Clinical Care
• Conduct comprehensive assessments based on age, diagnosis, and psychological status
• Perform and document histories and physicals using the Electronic Health Record
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic studies and therapeutic procedures
• Prescribe medications within institutional scope and guidelines
• Provide direct care to patients in the Ambulatory Treatment Center and clinical settings
• Triage patients with symptoms, concerns, or abnormal lab results during infusion visits
• Prep for and follow up on clinical visits
• Perform credentialed procedures as needed
Care Coordination & Collaboration
• Communicate directly with referring physicians and medical staff
• Partner with Ambulatory Treatment Center and clinical nursing teams to support patient care
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary treatment plan providers
• Build strong collaborative relationships throughout the organization
• Work collaboratively with Advanced Practice Provider colleagues to ensure continuous coverage
Autonomous Clinical Practice
• Perform independently in an Advanced Practice Provider clinic
• Apply evidence-based care while functioning within professional scope
• Maintain proficiency in Electronic Health Record documentation standards
Quality, Safety & Process Improvement
• Participate in development, modification, and interpretation of oncology guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Support quality assurance activities and safety initiatives across Ambulatory Treatment Center locations
• Contribute to process improvement projects to enhance care delivery
Research & Professional Development
• Maintain working knowledge of oncology clinical trials
• Participate in clinical research activities when appropriate
• Attend continuing education, conferences, and staff development programs
• Participate in required institutional and center trainings and meetings
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
WORK EXPERIENCE
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
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.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
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The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) serves as a key clinical provider within the Ambulatory Treatment Center - Northwest Surgery, delivering direct diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients across the treatment continuum. The APP performs comprehensive assessments, triages acute needs in the infusion environment, coordinates multidisciplinary care, and contributes to clinical quality and patient outcomes. As part of its mission, MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention, and the APP plays an essential role in supporting this mission through high quality, patient centered care.
The ideal candidate brings at least one year of Medical Oncology experience and demonstrates strong capability in managing complex oncology care. Preferred experience includes prior employment at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Open to new graduates with registered nurse experience in an Ambulatory Treatment Center or Chemotherapy Infusion environment. The APP will work in the Northwest Surgery Center but must be open to traveling to The Woodlands and West Houston for clinical coverage, with training conducted at the Texas Medical Center.
Hours of operation: 7:30am-8:30pm. Will work on a rotating shift.
Salary Range:
Minimum salary: 117,500 - Midpoint: 146,500 - Maximum: 176,500
Why Us?
This role offers a rare opportunity to contribute to a developing model of care that will set the standard moving forward, providing the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse & Physician Assistant with meaningful influence on clinical practice and patient outcomes. The position supports continued professional growth, including enhanced leadership capabilities, while contributing directly to MD Anderson's mission through high impact clinical decision-making and collaborative care across multiple Ambulatory Treatment Center sites.
• 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.
Responsibilities
Patient Assessment & Clinical Care
• Conduct comprehensive assessments based on age, diagnosis, and psychological status
• Perform and document histories and physicals using the Electronic Health Record
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic studies and therapeutic procedures
• Prescribe medications within institutional scope and guidelines
• Provide direct care to patients in the Ambulatory Treatment Center and clinical settings
• Triage patients with symptoms, concerns, or abnormal lab results during infusion visits
• Prep for and follow up on clinical visits
• Perform credentialed procedures as needed
Care Coordination & Collaboration
• Communicate directly with referring physicians and medical staff
• Partner with Ambulatory Treatment Center and clinical nursing teams to support patient care
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary treatment plan providers
• Build strong collaborative relationships throughout the organization
• Work collaboratively with Advanced Practice Provider colleagues to ensure continuous coverage
Autonomous Clinical Practice
• Perform independently in an Advanced Practice Provider clinic
• Apply evidence-based care while functioning within professional scope
• Maintain proficiency in Electronic Health Record documentation standards
Quality, Safety & Process Improvement
• Participate in development, modification, and interpretation of oncology guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Support quality assurance activities and safety initiatives across Ambulatory Treatment Center locations
• Contribute to process improvement projects to enhance care delivery
Research & Professional Development
• Maintain working knowledge of oncology clinical trials
• Participate in clinical research activities when appropriate
• Attend continuing education, conferences, and staff development programs
• Participate in required institutional and center trainings and meetings
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Required: Degree requirements as defined by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) for licensure as APRN or PA.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- One year of Medical Oncology experience.
- Preferred: Ambulatory Treatment Center or Infusion Chemotherapy experience
- Preferred: Current or Prior MD Anderson Cancer Center experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Required: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing or TSBPAE to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant. Upon Hire
- Required: APRN - Adv Practice Registered Nurse Upon Hire or
- Required: ACNP - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
- Required: ACNPC - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - AACCNCC Upon Hire or
- Required: ACAGNP - Acute Care Adult/Geron NP Upon Hire or
- Required: AGACNP - Adult-Gerontology AcuteCare NP Upon Hire or
- Required: ACNPC-AG - Cert AD GEY Acute Care NP Upon Hire or
- Required: AGPCNP -Adult-Gero Primary Care NP Upon Hire or
- Required: AGNP -Adult/Gerontology NP Upon Hire or
- Required: ACPNP -Acute Care Pediatric Nurs Prac Upon Hire or
- Required: ANP - Adult Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
- Required: FNP - Family Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
- Required: GNP - Gerontological Nurse Prac Upon Hire or
- Required: PNP - Pediatric Nurse Practit Upon Hire or
- Required: PMHNP - Psych/Mental Health NP Upon Hire or
- Required: WHNP - Womans Health Nurse Pract. Upon Hire or
- Required: APNPAdv Pract Nurse/Prescriptive Upon Hire or
- Required: Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Upon Hire
- Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire and
- Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support If working in the following departments: Pediatric - Patient Care (113100). Upon Hire and
- Required: MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. 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: PAC - Physician Assistant Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants. Upon Hire and
- Required: PA - Physician Assistant Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners Upon Hire and
- Required: MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas. Upon Hire and
- Required: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). Upon Hire and
- Required: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). Upon Hire or
- Required: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). If working in one of following department: Pediatrics - Patient Care (113100). Upon Hire
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.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 178721
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Day/Evening
- 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
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