Job Title:
Otolaryngology Nurse Practitioner
Company: Baptist Health
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Created: 2026-04-04
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Nurse Practitioner Head & Neck Surgery Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center Jacksonville, FloridaStatus: Full-TimeSchedule: Monday Friday + Shared Call Join a Premier Oncology Program Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA-C) to join our Head & Neck Surgery team in Jacksonville, Florida.This is a unique opportunity to work within a nationally recognized, academically aligned cancer program bringing the MD Anderson standard of care to Northeast Florida.As one of only a select number of health systems nationwide to replicate the MD Anderson Cancer Network model, Baptist MD Anderson offers a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment focused on delivering advanced, patient-centered oncology care.Our 330,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art cancer center is dedicated exclusively to oncology and provides comprehensive support across the full continuum of care. Role Overview The APP will play an integral role in the Head & Neck Surgery service line, supporting patients across the full spectrum of care including outpatient clinic, inpatient management, and the operating room.This position offers a high level of clinical autonomy and hands-on procedural experience within a collaborative surgical team. Key Responsibilities Inpatient Care Independently round on post-operative patientsManage wound care, pain control, and recovery progressionCoordinate care with consulting teamsEvaluate new consults and assist with discharge planning Operating Room Serve as first assist in head & neck surgical proceduresAssist in open, endoscopic, robotic, and microvascular reconstruction casesSupport perioperative and post-operative patient management Outpatient Clinic Evaluate new and follow-up patients in pre- and post-operative settingsPerform in-office procedures (e.g., wound care, laryngoscopy, minor closures)Collaborate with multidisciplinary oncology teamsOpportunity to develop an independent clinic over time Schedule & Call Monday Friday scheduleShared call responsibilities:Weekday home callWeekend call with inpatient rounding and OR coverage for urgent cases Qualifications Master s degree (APRN or PA-C)Certified and licensed as an APRN or Physician Assistant in Florida (or eligible)Surgical experience requiredFirst assist experience preferred Why Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center MD Anderson Cancer Network partner bringing a nationally recognized model of care to the regionPhysician-led, multidisciplinary oncology programAccess to advanced technology, research, and clinical trialsCollaborative, academic-oriented environmentStrong system support through Baptist Health, Northeast Florida s most preferred health system Location Jacksonville, Florida Jacksonville offers the best of coastal living with metropolitan amenities featuring miles of beaches, outdoor recreation, professional sports, and a vibrant cultural scene. With a lower cost of living compared to other major Florida markets, it s an ideal place to build both your career and lifestyle.