Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) - Stem Cell Transplantation

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

The Department of Stem Cell Transplantation, at MD Anderson Cancer Center, is seeking a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to join one of the largest stem cell transplantation and cellular therapy programs in the world. Our extensive expertise in the treatment of advanced blood cancers is aided by applying highly effective stem cell transplant methodologies using fully or partially matched donors and umbilical cord blood. In addition, our department offers a full range of services through our cell processing laboratory, including stem cell collection, manufacturing, infusion, and treatment of the patient. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider and possess strong analytical abilities, a commitment to collaborative care, patient advocacy, and education. Open to both APRN and PA candidates, with a preference for experience in stem cell transplant, hematology/oncology, or cellular therapy. New graduates are welcome to apply. Candidates must be flexible and comfortable working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. *The schedule is 3 days / 10 hours (30 hours a week) with occasional weekend and holiday coverage.* MD Anderson offers employees: • Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week. • Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage. • Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals. • Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs. • Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service. • Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans. • Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program. • Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs. KEY FUNCTIONS • Demonstrate comprehensive clinical knowledge, including pathophysiology, patient presentation, differential diagnosis, patient management, surgical principles, health promotion, and disease prevention. • Apply an investigatory and analytical approach to clinical situations, managing general medical and surgical conditions with expertise in pharmacologic agents (indications, contraindications, side effects, interactions, and adverse reactions) and other treatment modalities. • Foster collaborative professional relationships with physicians, healthcare team members, and administration. • Advocate for quality patient care and assist patients in navigating healthcare system complexities. • Counsel and educate patients and families on disease processes, illness management, and preventive health strategies. Required: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse All of the following: • Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN or ACNP or ACNPC or ACAGNP or AGACNP or ACNPC-AG or AGACNP or AGNP or ACPNP or ANP or AGNP or AGPCNP or FNP or GNP or PNP or PMHNP or WHNP or APNP). Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and

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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

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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