Inpatient Pediatric Heme/Oncology NP/PA — Advanced Practice

University Health Careers; Pleasanton (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total compensation package

Paid CME days

Affordable Medical Insurance/Benefits

Generous Paid-Time-Off

Job summary

University Health in San Antonio is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology in the inpatient setting.

The APP will deliver comprehensive family-centered care to pediatric and AYA patients, collaborating with physicians, residents, nurses, and pharmacists. Responsibilities include exams, care planning, treating emergencies, procedures, and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current NP or PA license in the state of practice.
• Board certification in pediatrics or oncology (PNP-AC/PC, FNP, or PA-C).
• DEA license or eligibility.
• Pediatric hematology/oncology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform histories and physical examinations for pediatric and AYA hematology/oncology patients during hospitalization.
• Develop and evaluate individualized care plans with the multidisciplinary team.
• Manage oncologic emergencies, chemotherapy toxicities, infections, and hematologic complications.
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications, chemotherapy (credentialed), blood products, and supportive therapies.
• Perform procedures (e.g., lumbar puncture, bone marrow aspiration/biopsy) as credentialed.
• Provide education to patients and families about diagnosis, treatment, and discharge.
• Coordinate care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Participate in rounds, case discussions, and quality improvement activities.
• Respond to urgent clinical situations and rapid response events.
• Maintain thorough documentation in the EMR.
• Mentor nursing staff and trainees.

Skills

NP/PA licensure

Board certification

Inpatient pediatric care

Chemotherapy administration

Education

Accredited NP/PA program

Job description

University Health in San Antonio is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology in the inpatient setting.

The APP will deliver comprehensive family-centered care to pediatric and AYA patients, collaborating with physicians, residents, nurses, and pharmacists. Responsibilities include exams, care planning, treating emergencies, procedures, and discharge planning.