Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center

Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our GI Surgical Oncology team. The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner will work with our colorectal surgeons seeing patients in the clinic. The ideal Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner will have experience in surgical oncology, demonstrate strong clinical skills, and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality patient care in a learning-focused environment. Scheduled Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay • Paid Time Off, available day one • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) • Paid Parental Leave Benefit • Wellness programs • Tuition Reimbursement • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education • Master's degree or higher in nursing, documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. OR • Graduate of a Master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program. Licenses and Certifications • Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. OR • Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board. AND • Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on the UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers. JOB DUTIES • Conducts and documents comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status. • Synthesizes data and utilizes evidence to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/results. • Demonstrates proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate based on specialty and training. • Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures. • Facilitates/participates in quality related initiatives through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance. • Collaborates in research projects and protocols; and routinely applies evidence based best practices to patient care. • Performs other duties as assigned.

Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our GI Surgical Oncology team. The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner will work with our colorectal surgeons seeing patients in the clinic. The ideal Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner will have experience in surgical oncology, demonstrate strong clinical skills, and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality patient care in a learning-focused environment. Scheduled Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay • Paid Time Off, available day one • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) • Paid Parental Leave Benefit • Wellness programs • Tuition Reimbursement • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education • Master's degree or higher in nursing, documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. OR • Graduate of a Master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program. Licenses and Certifications • Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. OR • Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board. AND • Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on the UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers. JOB DUTIES • Conducts and documents comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status. • Synthesizes data and utilizes evidence to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/results. • Demonstrates proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate based on specialty and training. • Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures. • Facilitates/participates in quality related initiatives through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance. • Collaborates in research projects and protocols; and routinely applies evidence based best practices to patient care. • Performs other duties as assigned.

Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center aligned with UT Southwestern Medical Center. The Advanced Practice Provider in Blood Cancers focuses on the outpatient management of patients with leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma and other heme malignancies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for our mission and take pride in delivering high-quality patient care in a collaborative, learning environment as part of a multidisciplinary team. Scheduled Hours: Monday-Friday, 4-10 hour shifts, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. No call or weekends. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay • Paid Time Off, available day one • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) • Paid Parental Leave Benefit • Wellness programs • Tuition Reimbursement • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education • Master's degree or higher in nursing, documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. OR • Graduate of a master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program. Licenses and Certifications • Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. • Acute Care Certification required. OR • Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board. AND • Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on the UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers. Job Duties • Conducts and documents comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status. • Synthesizes data and utilizes evidence to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/results. • Demonstrates proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate based on specialty and training. • Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures. • Facilitates/participates in quality related initiatives through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance. • Collaborates in research projects and protocols; and routinely applies evidence based best practices to patient care. • Performs other duties as assigned. Committed to professional excellence and contributing to a high-performing, collegial team