Advanced Practice Provider, GI Medical Oncology Clinic

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan with zero cost for employee-only coverage

Paid Time Off from day one

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

A leading medical center in Dallas is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for its Gastrointestinal Oncology team. The successful candidate will manage patient care across various GI cancers, conduct thorough examinations, and contribute to innovative research. This full-time role offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care and advancing your professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or graduate of an accredited PA program.
• Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Texas.
• Current CPR and ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive physical examinations.
• Develops and evaluates patient care plans.
• Collaborates in research and quality initiatives.
• Provides management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients and families.
• Participates in quality initiatives to improve clinical and system practice performance.
• Collaborates in research projects and applies evidence-based practices to patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Medical documentation

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Master's degree or higher in nursing

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Job description

Why UTSOUTHERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Department Summary

Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute‑designated Comprehensive Cancer Center aligned with UT Southwestern Medical Center. The Advanced Practice Provider, Gastrointestinal (GI) Medical Oncology is focused on the management of patients with cancers of the GI system including pancreas, colon, liver, and esophagus, etc. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for our mission and take pride in delivering high‑quality patient care in a collaborative, learning environment as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. No call or weekends.

Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Required

Experience and Education

• Master's degree or higher in nursing, documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. OR
• Graduate of a master’s degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program.

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. OR
• Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board. AND
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on the UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.

Job Duties

• Conducts and documents comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status.
• Synthesizes data and utilizes evidence to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/results.
• Demonstrates proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate based on specialty and training.
• Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.
• Facilitates/participates in quality related initiatives through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance.
• Collaborates in research projects and protocols; and routinely applies evidence based best practices to patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Committed to professional excellence and contributing to a high‑performing, collegial team.

Security and EEO Statement

Security

This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO Statement

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary Location

Texas‑Dallas‑5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job Details

Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider
Organization: 371008 - SCC-Advanced Practice Provider
Schedule: Full‑time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Posting: Mar 4, 2026, 10:05:11 PM