Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) - Colon & Rectal Surgery
• Performs procedures, prescribes treatment, and signs prescriptions in accordance with institution and state requirements.
• Screens physician calls to educate patient/family on care and resources.
• Manage pre-operative and post-operative patients in coordination with the attending physician and Fellows.
• An in-depth understanding of the pathophysiology of both cancer as well as surgical process and wound healing is necessary.
• Provide patient focused care demonstrated in communication, personalization of interaction, regulation of emotions, and proactive problem solving.
• Obtains medical history, and performs physical examinations and psychosocial assessments.
• Demonstrates his/her impact on the system of care.
• Reviews and interprets physical exam findings, laboratory and/or radiographic test results and formulates a plan for further diagnosis and therapeutic management in collaboration with the attending physician.
• Documents all pertinent information within the patients' medical record per institutional policy.
• Performs admission and discharge responsibilities.
• Manage systems, toxicities and complications related to the patient's disease and/or treatment in collaboration with attending physician.
• Order consultations, diagnostic tests or procedures as indicated.
• Provides education to patients and their families which requires good interpersonal skills and a working knowledge of colorectal oncology.
• Participates in clinical research, assisting with eligibility assessments.
• Monitors for side effects of toxicities associated with investigational treatments, and documents according to protocol requirements.
• Participates in on call rotations, if needed, in the event of an institutional shutdown.
• Collaborates with physician and team in the management of Colorectal Surgery patients in one or multiple areas of the department, and demonstrates population-based competencies that cross the continuum of care.
• Communicates verbally and in writing with physicians, multi-disciplinary team members, and external care providers.
• Facilitates communication between patient/family, primary and/or multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrates medical knowledge and possess proficiency in the care and management of Colon and Rectal Surgery patients.
• Maintains licensure and continuing education as dictated by the provider's license and clinical appointment.
• Participates in on-going learning and demonstrates application of it in his/her role. 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 EXPERIENCE
Required: None. Preferred: One year procedural and/or surgical experience, consistent work history. 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. Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 180813
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: 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: Onsite
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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