APP Hospitalist - Oncology - Westside

American Oncology Partners, PA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

American Oncology Partners, PA is looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Houston, Texas. This role involves conducting hospital rounds, assessing patients, and maintaining treatment documentation.

Ideal candidates should possess a Master’s degree, APRN or PA license, and at least five years of oncology experience. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this fast-paced, multi-site environment. A competitive salary range of $80,000.00 - $170,000.00 is offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant program; Master’s degree required.
• APRN or PA license in the appropriate state; prescriptive privileges or eligibility to apply.
• Minimum five years experience as APRN or PA in oncology required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hospital rounds and assist with admissions and discharges.
• Assess patient conditions and order diagnostic tests.
• Maintain records of treatment plans and outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team.

Skills

Analysis & critical thinking

Interpersonal effectiveness

Communication skills

Customer service

Self-management

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant program

Job description

Location: Oncology Consultants

Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $170,000.00

KPA 1 – Inpatient support

• Conduct hospital rounds.
• Assist with admissions and discharges.
• Provide on‑call support.

KPA 2 – Assessment

• Assess the physical and mental condition of patients through comprehensive or problem‑focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Order, collect, interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health‑care needs.
• Prescribe medications and make recommendations for other therapeutic forms of treatment.
• Refer patient to appropriate sources of care as clinically indicated.

KPA 3 – Documentation

• Counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans and behavior modification.
• Maintain appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes.
• Initiate timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise.
• Capture charges in a timely manner.

KPA 4 – Communication

• Effectively communicate with admitting and referring team.
• Triage and respond to all forms of communication in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Position Qualifications / Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant program; Master’s degree required.
• APRN or PA license in the appropriate state; prescriptive privileges or eligibility to apply; maintain board certification; current BLS.
• Minimum five years experience as APRN or PA, oncology required.
• Core capabilities: analysis & critical thinking – solid problem solving, analysis, decision‑making, planning, time management, and organizational skills; detail oriented and independent judgment.
• Interpersonal effectiveness – developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness; ability to work with sensitive and confidential material.
• Communication skills – good command of the English language; effective oral, written and presentation skills; active listening and balanced feedback.
• Customer service & organizational awareness – strong customer focus; ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence through best practices, strong business and political acumen, collaboration and partnerships.
• Self‑management – effectively manage own time, conflicting priorities, stress and professional development; self‑motivated, self‑starter; ability to work remotely and in a fast‑paced, multi‑site environment.