Advanced Practice Provider PRN Oncology

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

No-cost employee health coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement plan (TRS)

Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider to join our oncology team in a PRN capacity. The APP will independently assess, diagnose, and manage oncology patients while collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities span Solid Tumor Oncology and Blood and Marrow Transplant with potential Neuro-Oncology support. The role offers a flexible 12-hour PRN schedule across weekdays, weekends, and holidays in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of oncology experience as an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) required.
• Graduate of a master's degree or higher ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program OR
• Master's degree or higher in nursing with Texas Board of Nursing authorization for practice.
• Certification by NCCPA or licensure as APRN with prescriptive authority in Texas.
• ACLS certification as per UT Southwestern policy.

Responsibilities

• 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 and 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 and/or clinical research protocols 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.

Education

Master's degree (ARC-PA accredited PA program) or RN-AP program

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

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'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

The Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center at UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our oncology team in a PRN capacity.

This position provides coverage across Solid Tumor Oncology, Blood and Marrow Transplant (BMT), and may include future opportunities to support Neuro-Oncology services. The APP will serve as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centered oncology care across a variety of disease sites and practice settings.

The APP will independently assess, diagnose, and manage oncology patients, collaborate closely with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams, review laboratory and diagnostic results, coordinate treatment plans, provide patient and family education, and support continuity of care throughout the patient journey. Responsibilities may include both outpatient and inpatient coverage depending on departmental needs.

This role is ideal for an experienced oncology APP seeking a flexible schedule while remaining engaged in a dynamic academic medical center environment.

Schedule:

PRN position providing 12-hour shift coverage on an as-needed basis, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and other staffing needs as determined by the department.

BENEFITS

• 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!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Experience

Minimum of one (1) year of oncology experience as an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) required.

Education

Graduate of a master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program. OR

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.

Licensure and Certification

Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certification required. Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board. OR

Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing.

For Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) training or experience is preferred. Candidates with prior First Assist experience in the operating room, endocrine surgery experience, or a surgical background applicable to endocrine surgery are strongly preferred.

Current applicable Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association or American Red Cross Life Support certification(s) based on 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 and 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 and/or clinical research protocols 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.

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. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

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.