Advanced Practice Provider - Urology

apartment MD Anderson Cancer Center Texas location_onKaty, TX, US

$117,500 - $176,500 / YEAR

The Department of Urology at MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked #5 in the nation in US. News & World Report for 2025-2026. As part of a nationally ranked Urology team, the APP will contribute to cutting-edge care and surgical innovation. Join a collaborative team known for surgical excellence, patient-centered care, and continuous professional development.

The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

Advanced Practice Provider - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Urology

Summary

The primary function of the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is to assist supervising physicians in providing direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care. The APP will deliver care that is effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable to support the treatment of health problems and the promotion of wellness. Responsibilities include counseling and educating patients and their families about disease and illness.

This role will function in both the outpatient clinic and the operating room, with work locations at Houston/Katy and MDACC Main Campus in the Texas Medical Center.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in Urology and/or Surgery, must be able to work independently and exercise a high level of autonomy in clinical decision-making. APRNs must hold Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) certification to function in the operating room.

Salary Range: Minimum $117,500.00 - Midpoint $146,500.00 - Maximum $176,500.00

Key Functions

Obtain medical history and perform physical examinations on patients.
Interpret diagnostic tests and radiographic results to formulate management plans in collaboration with faculty physicians.
Take responsibility for patient assessment, triage, and therapeutic management as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Document clinical encounters and care plans for all patients seen.
Review and order diagnostic tests and radiographic studies as clinically appropriate.
Formulate, implement, and monitor patient treatment plans and outcomes.
Perform as first or second assist in operative cases requiring fine motor skills and manual dexterity.
Perform procedures, prescribe treatments, and sign prescriptions in accordance with institutional and state requirements.
Provide patient and family education, including responding to calls and addressing care concerns.
Collaborate in research projects, assist with protocol development, and apply research findings to clinical practice.
Other duties as assigned.

Education

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

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: 176569
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Day/Evening, 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: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
Pivotal Position: Yes
Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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