Advanced Practice Provider - Gastroenterology & Hepatology - Outpatient

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

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is one of the world's leading cancer centers, dedicated to eliminating cancer through exceptional patient care, research, prevention, and education. UT MD Anderson provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care while advancing discoveries that improve outcomes for patients across Texas, the nation, and the world.

The Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition Department within the Division of Internal Medicine specializes in the evaluation and management of gastrointestinal and liver-related conditions affecting patients throughout the cancer continuum. The Advanced Practice Provider serves as an integral member of the clinical team, delivering direct patient care and supporting quality outcomes across the continuum of care.

The Advanced Practice Provider collaborates closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive outpatient care. The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, patient education, and care coordination while practicing under physician supervision. The Advanced Practice Provider plays a vital role in supporting patients and families throughout the disease process in a specialized outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate will have three years of Advanced Practice Provider experience with gastroenterology or surgical experience preferred in an outpatient setting. Candidates should be graduates of an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant program.

Work Location:

Texas Medical Center

Why Us?

This role offers the opportunity to provide specialized outpatient care while working alongside experienced physicians and interdisciplinary teams at UT MD Anderson. The position supports the institution's mission through direct patient care, clinical collaboration, and evidence-based practice while offering opportunities for professional development, research participation, and a consistent weekday schedule that promotes work-life balance.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment & Care Management
• Provide assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient and family needs throughout the disease process.
• Deliver direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Obtain medical histories and perform physical examinations.
• Formulate and manage patient treatment plans and outcomes.
• Clinical Practice
• Act under the authority and supervision of the attending physician.
• Comply with regulations, hospital policy, protocols, and clinical pathways.
• Review, order, and evaluate diagnostic tests and radiographic results.
• Perform procedures within the approved scope of practice.
• Prescribe treatment and sign prescriptions in accordance with institution and state requirements.
• Patient Education & Communication
• Screen physician calls and educate patients and families on care and available resources.
• Support patient understanding throughout the disease process.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Participate in rounds with the interdisciplinary team.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Provide indirect support to clinic staff and interdisciplinary team members.
• Research & Professional Practice
• Collaborate in research projects.
• Formulate clinical protocols.
• Apply research findings to clinical practice.
• Support quality patient outcomes throughout the disease process.
• Perform 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.
• WORK EXPERIENCE
• Preferred: At least three years of Advanced Practice Provider experience with gastroenterology or surgical experience preferred in an outpatient setting.
• LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
• Required: PA - Physician Assistant Written authorization from the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) to function as Physician Assistant. Upon Hire or
• Required: APRN - Adv Practice Registered Nurse Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Upon Hire or
• Required: ACNP - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
• Required: ACNPC - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - AACCNCC Upon Hire or
• Required: ACAGNP - Acute Care Adult/Geron NP Upon Hire or
• Required: AGACNP -Adult-Gerontology AcuteCare NP Upon Hire or
• Required: AGPCNP -Adult-Gero Primary Care NP Upon Hire or
• Required: ACNPC-AG - Cert AD GEY Acute Care NP Upon Hire or
• Required: AGNP - Adult/Gerontology NP Upon Hire or
• Required: ACPNP -Acute Care Pediatric Nurs Prac Upon Hire or
• Required: ANP - Adult Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
• Required: FNP - Family Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
• Required: GNP - Gerontological Nurse Prac Upon Hire or
• Required: PNP - Pediatric Nurse Practit Upon Hire or
• Required: PMHNP - Psych/Mental Health NP Upon Hire or
• Required: WHNP - Womans Health Nurse Pract. Upon Hire or
• Required: APNP - Advanced Practice NP Upon Hire or
• Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or
• Required: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire or
• Preferred: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association Basic Life Support Upon Hire
• Preferred: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire
• Required: Clinical Privileges Must obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges. Continued employment in this position at MD Anderson is contingent upon maintaining these privileges.
• The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent