Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) - Plastic Surgery
- Requisition #: 180788
- Department: Plastic Surgery
- Location: Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 5/14/2026
The Advanced Practice Provider, Plastic Surgery role is an integral part of the Department of Plastic Surgery at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, supporting a high-volume, academically driven clinical service dedicated to comprehensive cancer care and innovative reconstructive surgery. The department includes 32 surgeons performing more than 4,000 surgeries annually, including over 1,000 micro-reconstructive procedures, and provides extensive inpatient, consultative, and outpatient services for post-treatment care.
The Advanced Practice Provider,
Plastic Surgery contributes directly to the mission of UT MD Anderson by delivering advanced inpatient postsurgical care with a high level of independence while collaborating closely with surgeons, fellows, and interdisciplinary teams. The Advanced Practice Provider, Plastic Surgery supports complex clinical operations, facilitates continuity of care, and ensures high-quality outcomes for patients undergoing plastic and reconstructive surgical procedures. MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience in plastic surgery or post surgical practice and is a clinically strong and patient-centered advanced practice provider with the ability to manage complex inpatient postsurgical care with increasing independence, apply advanced assessment skills, collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and deliver care in accordance with institutional policies, medical staff standards, and Texas state regulations.
Salary Range: Minimum $117,500.00 - Midpoint $146,500.00 - Maximum $176,500.00
Work Location: 100% Onsite
Why Us?
This role offers the opportunity to practice at the forefront of oncologic and reconstructive surgery within UT MD Anderson, contributing meaningfully to patient outcomes while collaborating in a nationally recognized academic medical environment. The position supports professional growth through exposure to complex surgical care, interdisciplinary teamwork, and academic practice, while offering a remote work structure that promotes work-life balance.
• 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.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Inpatient Clinical Care
Provide quality inpatient postsurgical patient care based on prescribed diagnosis, treatment plan, age, development, and identified needs
Perform comprehensive patient assessments, monitor laboratory values, and document findings accurately in the electronic health record
Communicate physical findings and pertinent clinical information to attending physicians and associated medical staff in a timely manner
Anticipate and address complex physiologic and psychologic patient problems using advanced assessment skills specific to Plastic Surgery
Documentation and Medical Records
Write progress notes, orders, evaluations, and summaries that are accurate, clear, complete, and compliant with Medical Records standards
Complete dictations and written documentation in a timely, thorough, and well-organized manner
Document diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to institutional policies
Procedures and Patient Education
Perform wound care, dressing changes, debridement, drain and suture removal, and other procedures as directed by supervising physicians
Provide patient and family education related to wound care, diet, activity, and recovery expectations
Gather appropriate data and policy information prior to performing procedures
Care Coordination and Communication
Facilitate communication between patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams
Notify and coordinate with allied health professionals such as speech pathology and radiology as indicated
Assist patients and families with questions, concerns, and support needs throughout hospitalization
Inpatient Operations and Discharge Planning
Receive daily sign-out from fellows and physician assistants and follow up on patient care issues
Round on first assist cases and monitor flap-related issues on inpatient units
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient lists and document billable encounters in the EHR
Assist with discharge planning, including discharge summaries, prescriptions, medication reconciliation, follow-up appointments, and home health arrangements
Complete discharge summaries within 24 hours and route for co-signature
Assist in the operating room when inpatient duties are complete, with availability to return to patient care needs as required
REQUIRED: Degree requirements as defined by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) as required for clinical licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant.
Licensure/Certification
REQUIRED: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant. Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas.
PREFERRED: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by patient care area
EXPERIENCE
Required: None.
Preferred: One year inpatient post surgical experience, consistent work history.
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
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The Advanced Practice Provider,
Plastic Surgery contributes directly to the mission of UT MD Anderson by delivering advanced inpatient postsurgical care with a high level of independence while collaborating closely with surgeons, fellows, and interdisciplinary teams. The Advanced Practice Provider, Plastic Surgery supports complex clinical operations, facilitates continuity of care, and ensures high-quality outcomes for patients undergoing plastic and reconstructive surgical procedures. MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience in plastic surgery or post surgical practice and is a clinically strong and patient-centered advanced practice provider with the ability to manage complex inpatient postsurgical care with increasing independence, apply advanced assessment skills, collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and deliver care in accordance with institutional policies, medical staff standards, and Texas state regulations.
Salary Range: Minimum $117,500.00 - Midpoint $146,500.00 - Maximum $176,500.00
Work Location: 100% Onsite
Why Us?
This role offers the opportunity to practice at the forefront of oncologic and reconstructive surgery within UT MD Anderson, contributing meaningfully to patient outcomes while collaborating in a nationally recognized academic medical environment. The position supports professional growth through exposure to complex surgical care, interdisciplinary teamwork, and academic practice, while offering a remote work structure that promotes work-life balance.
• 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.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Inpatient Clinical Care
Provide quality inpatient postsurgical patient care based on prescribed diagnosis, treatment plan, age, development, and identified needs
Perform comprehensive patient assessments, monitor laboratory values, and document findings accurately in the electronic health record
Communicate physical findings and pertinent clinical information to attending physicians and associated medical staff in a timely manner
Anticipate and address complex physiologic and psychologic patient problems using advanced assessment skills specific to Plastic Surgery
Documentation and Medical Records
Write progress notes, orders, evaluations, and summaries that are accurate, clear, complete, and compliant with Medical Records standards
Complete dictations and written documentation in a timely, thorough, and well-organized manner
Document diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to institutional policies
Procedures and Patient Education
Perform wound care, dressing changes, debridement, drain and suture removal, and other procedures as directed by supervising physicians
Provide patient and family education related to wound care, diet, activity, and recovery expectations
Gather appropriate data and policy information prior to performing procedures
Care Coordination and Communication
Facilitate communication between patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams
Notify and coordinate with allied health professionals such as speech pathology and radiology as indicated
Assist patients and families with questions, concerns, and support needs throughout hospitalization
Inpatient Operations and Discharge Planning
Receive daily sign-out from fellows and physician assistants and follow up on patient care issues
Round on first assist cases and monitor flap-related issues on inpatient units
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient lists and document billable encounters in the EHR
Assist with discharge planning, including discharge summaries, prescriptions, medication reconciliation, follow-up appointments, and home health arrangements
Complete discharge summaries within 24 hours and route for co-signature
Assist in the operating room when inpatient duties are complete, with availability to return to patient care needs as required
REQUIRED: Degree requirements as defined by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) as required for clinical licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant.
Licensure/Certification
REQUIRED: Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant. Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas.
PREFERRED: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by patient care area
EXPERIENCE
Required: None.
Preferred: One year inpatient post surgical experience, consistent work history.
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 - 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
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: 180788
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days
- 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?: No
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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