Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

Texas Oncology Round Rock is looking for an Advanced Practice Provider I to join our team!  This full-time position will support the Medical Oncology and Hematology Departments at our 2410 Round Rock Avenue #150 location in Round Rock, Texas.   After on-boarding there is available flexibility for four clinical days and one administrative day.  

Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600 providers in 220 sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma.  Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today—at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve “More breakthroughs. More victories.”® in their fight against cancer.  Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis. 

Texas Oncology Round Rock is a busy and well-established cancer center located just north of Austin, Texas, in a beautiful and fast-growing area with excellent school districts and a vibrant, multicultural community.  We provide a warm and caring environment for our patients and take pride in providing excellent, comprehensive and personalized care.  We are planning a building expansion this year, with modern and spacious work areas.  We presently offer medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, breast surgery, genetic counseling, oncology pharmacy, palliative care/pain management, laboratory services, oncology certified nursing and social worker support on-site, with one-stop multidisciplinary management for most patients.   

We welcome experienced APPs and also offer mentoring in Oncology to APPs interested in gaining expertise in the field. 

Why work for us? 

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you for practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.  

What does the Advanced Practice Provider I do? 

Under supervision or in collaboration with practice physicians, involved in the care of individuals, families and patient groups who are dealing with cancer or other related diagnosis. This care may be in clinic or virtually, via telemedicine. Responsibilities may include duties related to prevention, screening, patient care, management, and research. May serve as direct caregiver, health care consultant, patient educator, administrator, or researcher.  Ensures compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards and requirements.  Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. 

Essential duties and responsibilities: 

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for patients.  
• Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response and prescribes therapies as indicated.  
• Performs procedures after appropriate training.  
• Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.  

• Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.  
• Incorporates the developing knowledge of evidence-based research into clinical practice.  
• Developing knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.  
• Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion.  
• May provide case management for patients and their families, given limited knowledge of community resources.   

• May promote/provide staff education  
• Responsibilities may include rounding at affiliated hospitals and weekend or after-hour calls.  
• Other duties as assigned 

Opportunities: 

• Educational development 
• Leadership roles 
• Teaching 
• Career advancement 

The ideal candidate for the Advanced Practice Provider position will have the following background and experience:   

Nurse Practitioner  

Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.  This position is entry-level and typically requires a minimum of 0-3 years post MSN experience, preferably in the chosen specialty.  RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state. Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.  

OR 

Physician Assistant  

Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.  Current NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certification. This position is entry-level and typically requires 0-3 years of experience as a practicing Physician Assistant, preferably in the chosen specialty.  Current state license as a Physician Assistant in practicing state.  Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.  

OR  

Clinical Nurse Specialist  

Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Clinical Nurse Specialist program. This position is entry-level and typically requires a minimum of 0-3 years of post-MSN experience, preferably in the chosen specialty. RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.  Current state licensure as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required. 

Physical Demands:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.  Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.  Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.  Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.   

Work Environment:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.   

Texas Oncology is part of the US Oncology Network and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.