Advanced Practice Provider ( APRN / PA ) - Functional Radiation Oncology (Benign Conditions)

Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) - Functional/Benign Conditions Radiation Therapy Program

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Department of Radiation Oncology is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) - Functional/Benign Conditions Radiation Therapy Program to support an emerging area within radiation oncology focused on expanding the therapeutic use of radiation beyond traditional cancer treatment. This program provides care for patients with functional and benign conditions, including conditions exacerbated by cancer therapy, while emphasizing symptom relief, functional improvement, multidisciplinary collaboration, and clinical innovation.

UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Advanced Practice Provider will work closely with faculty and multidisciplinary partners to manage patients throughout the treatment continuum. The Advanced Practice Provider will also contribute to program development, care coordination, education, outcomes tracking, and clinical innovation as the program continues to grow.

The ideal candidate will have preferred experience as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with at least two years of outpatient experience, preferably in oncology, with radiation oncology experience highly desired. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills, emotional intelligence, collaboration, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment while contributing to program growth and innovation.

Minimum $56.49/hour – Midpoint $70.43/hour – Maximum $84.86/hour

Why Us?
UT MD Anderson offers the opportunity to directly impact patients with complex functional and benign conditions while contributing to a mission-driven organization committed to excellence in patient care, research, education, and innovation. This role provides meaningful professional growth, multidisciplinary collaboration, involvement in program development, and a work environment that supports work-life balance and career advancement.
• 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
Clinical Care

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations

• Evaluate patients before, during, and after radiation therapy treatment

• Manage radiation-related symptoms and treatment toxicities

• Develop and implement treatment and supportive care plans

• Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic studies and consultations

• Serve as a primary point of contact for patients and families throughout treatment

Patient Navigation & Care Coordination

• Facilitate timely patient evaluation and access to care

• Coordinate simulation appointments, treatment planning, treatment delivery, and follow-up visits

• Develop and utilize customized dashboards to support care coordination opportunities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans

• Assist with referral review and patient triage activities

• Ensure an exceptional patient experience through seamless care coordination

Program Development & Innovation

• Participate in the continued growth of the Functional/Benign Radiation Therapy Program

• Help develop outreach strategies, clinical pathways, referral criteria, and operational workflows

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, quality, and patient outcomes

• Assist in building infrastructure for outcomes tracking and program evaluation

• Partner with faculty and program leaders to support expansion of program services

Research & Quality Improvement

• Contribute to clinical research initiatives focused on benign conditions treated with radiation therapy

• Participate in patient registry activities, outcomes monitoring, and protocol-based care

• Support data analysis and publication efforts when desired

• Apply evidence-based practices to support program growth and clinical excellence

Education & Leadership

• Educate patients and families regarding treatment expectations, symptom management, and recovery

• Serve as a clinical resource for colleagues and staff

• Support orientation and mentoring of Advanced Practice Providers and other team members as appropriate