Advanced Practice Provider, Urologic Oncology

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

The Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC), a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center affiliated with UT Southwestern Medical Center, is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Urologic Oncology team. This is a primarily outpatient role supporting patients with urologic malignancies across the continuum of cancer care. The APP will provide comprehensive patient evaluations, develop and implement treatment and symptom management plans, interpret diagnostic studies, prescribe therapies in collaboration with the oncology team, coordinate multidisciplinary care, provide patient and family education, and support patients throughout their cancer journey. Candidates with urology and/or oncology experience are preferred; however, new graduates are welcome to apply. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for delivering exceptional patient-centered care. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Schedule: Monday-Friday with flexibility for four 10-hour shifts. This is a fully outpatient position with no operating room responsibilities. The role is primarily based at UT Southwestern with occasional support at the Frisco campus as needed.

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

·       Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

Experience

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 Stat