APRN/PA - Oncology (VIRTUAL)

Key Performance Areas

• KPA1 - Virtual Oncology Clinical Care
  • Provide high-quality virtual oncology care for patients across assigned clinics lacking on-site APP coverage.
  • Conduct virtual infusion coverage, urgent care visits, follow-up appointments, and APP-led initiatives.
  • Perform comprehensive patient assessments, develop treatment plans, manage oncology-related symptoms, and coordinate care with supervising physicians.
  • Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests, laboratory results, and imaging as appropriate.
  • Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions within scope of practice and applicable regulations.
  • Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans to achieve optimal clinical outcomes.
  • Participate in the provider on-call rotation as assigned following credentialing.
• KPA2 - Patient Experience and Education
  • Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care through virtual encounters.
  • Educate patients and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, symptom management, and survivorship care.
  • Address patient questions and concerns while providing emotional support and promoting informed decision-making.
  • Foster positive patient experiences through timely communication and continuity of care.
• KPA3 - Care Coordination and Collaboration
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, high-quality oncology care.
  • Support clinics by providing virtual coverage for APP visit overflow and locations without an on-site APP.
  • Participate in virtual case conferences, multidisciplinary meetings, and educational sessions.
  • Cookordinate scheduling and clinical coverage in collaboration with the Clinical Director and APP Manager.
• KPA4 - Quality Improvement and Clinical Excellence
  • Participate in APP-led quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient care, clinical outcomes, and operational efficiency.
  • Identify opportunities to improve virtual care delivery and implement evidence-based best practices.
  • Contribute to quality metrics through data collection, performance monitoring, and continuous process improvement.
  • Maintain current knowledge of oncology practices, clinical guidelines, and emerging technologies.
• KPA5 - Documentation, Compliance, and Regulatory Standards
  • Maintain accurate, complete, and timely electronic health record (EHR) documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies, evidence-based clinical guidelines, and all federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Adhere to infection prevention, patient safety, privacy, and quality standards.
  • Maintain all required licensure, certifications, credentialing, and professional competencies.
• KPA6 - Professionalism and Organizational Support
  • Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and ethical practice in all interactions.
  • Maintain clinical competency through continuing education, professional development, and participation in professional organizations.
  • Support the development of colleagues through education, mentoring, and knowledge sharing as appropriate.
  • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Medical Officer, Clinical Director, APP Manager, or Practice Management to support organizational objectives.

Position Qualifications

• Education: Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies.
• Minimum Relevant Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of oncology clinical experience. Prior virtual care or telehealth experience preferred. Experience leading or participating in quality improvement initiatives preferred.
• Certifications/Licenses: Active licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the applicable state of practice (Texas). Current national certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Oncology certification or specialization preferred.