APP Manager Ambulatory, Smilow Cancer Center

Responsibilities

• Serve as the administrative and clinical leader for Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners within Oncology Services.
• Collaborate with the Director and Operations Manager to ensure high-quality patient care, effective staffing, regulatory compliance, and continuous professional development.
• Supervise and manage PAs and APRNs, overseeing staffing, scheduling, payroll, and coverage.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
• Maintain compliance with credentialing, HIPAA, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement policies, quality measures, and improvement initiatives.
• Manage discretionary budgets and compensation alignment.
• Serve as a liaison with Human Resources and hospital leadership.
• Represent the department at management and safety meetings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred, BSN or equivalent required.
• Graduate of accredited PA or APRN program.
• NCCPA (PA) or ANCC/approved NAPRN certification.
• Valid Connecticut license, DEA, and controlled substance registration.
• Minimum 2 years inpatient PA or APRN experience, with oncology experience required.
• Leadership or educational experience preferred.