Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) - Urology

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center · Houston, TX Full Time
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Job Description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Department of Urology is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care, surgical innovation, and clinical outcomes, We consistently rank as one of the top Urology departments in nation according to US. News & World Report for 2026-2027. As part of a nationally ranked Urology team, the APP will contribute to cutting-edge care and surgical innovation. Join a collaborative team known for surgical excellence, patient-centered care, and continuous professional development. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will join a collaborative team where advanced practice providers are integrated into every aspect of patient care across outpatient and surgical settings. The primary function of the Advanced Practice Provider is to assist supervising physicians in providing direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care. Demonstrate care that is effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of wellness. Counsel and educate patients and their families about disease and illness. This PA position will function in the outpatient clinic setting as well as the operating room. The primary work location is MD Anderson's Texas Medical Center campus, with occasional travel to other Houston-area locations as needed. The ideal candidate will have preferred experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in Urology, including at least two years of APP experience. Candidates should be committed to delivering patient-centered care, collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, and supporting both outpatient and surgical patient populations. New graduate applications will also be considered. Advanced Practice Provider - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Urology Salary: Minimum $117,500.00 - Midpoint $146,500.00 - Maximum $176,500.00 The typical work schedule is Monday-Friday, with opportunities to moonlight on weekends. Work Location: Texas Medical Center campus, with occasional travel to other Houston-area locations as needed. Why Us? Join a nationally ranked Urology department where advanced practice providers play a vital role in delivering cutting-edge patient care and supporting surgical excellence. This position offers opportunities to work across outpatient and operative settings, collaborate with leading specialists, participate in research initiatives, and contribute directly to UT MD Anderson’s mission of eliminating cancer. The hybrid work environment, professional development opportunities, and exposure to complex urologic oncology cases support both career growth and work-life balance. • 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, volunta

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Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $11.27/hr ($23,442/yr). The typical range is $10.92 – $13.35/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,235/yr
Houston Median $23,442/yr
Experienced (90th) $31,928/yr
vs. National Median -34.5%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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