Geriatric Oncology - Full Time NP/PA

About the role

Explore a rewarding opportunity with AHWFB Geriatric Oncology Department as we eagerly welcome a skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dynamic inpatient team in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The Geriatric Oncology Program at Atrium Health Wake Forest currently provides specialty cancer treatment for adults 75 years and older, geriatric assessment consultation for high‑risk older cancer patients, and geriatric focused survivorship care. The program supports an age‑friendly care pathway for all older adults being evaluated for cellular therapies to provide a comprehensive geriatric assessment and management plan as part of quality care to optimize treatment outcomes in this high‑risk setting.

Joining our team means contributing to the advancement of patient care through your expertise and passion for delivering the highest standard of medical care. Our center provides a supportive environment, including a range of programs to assist patients and their families, fostering a holistic approach to care. You will be part of a dynamic and compassionate team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing complex hematological and oncological challenges.

The picturesque cities of North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region are ranked among US News & World Report's Top 50 Best Places to Live and Top 40 Best Places to Retire in 2023. This includes affordable living (housing costs 31% below the national average), access to top‑notch educational institutions, vibrant neighborhoods with a regional population of 1.6 million, and an inclusive culture that celebrates diverse contributions.

Responsibilities

• Using medical decision‑making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
• Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team‑based care.
• Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures.
• Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
• Procedural skills per department or practice guidelines.
• Opportunity to participate in basic science and clinical research projects.
• Potential for and encouraged to precept students and/or medical learners.
• Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• The clinician functions under the regulatory mandate from their respective licensing organization (North Carolina Medical Board or North Carolina Board of Nursing) with department‑specific credentialing from the institution.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Current North Carolina Medical Board Medical License, Certified by NCCPA.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a primary care, hematology/oncology care, emergency department or urgent care environment.

• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Master’s Program; Master’s degree or higher required.
• Current North Carolina Board of Nursing Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner license.
• Board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by AANP or ANCC.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a primary care, hematology/oncology care, emergency department or urgent care environment.

Benefits

• CME Reimbursement: Receive up to $2,500 and 5 additional PTO days per year for Continuing Medical Education.
• Work/Life Balance: No nights. No call. Enjoy a Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm schedule. No weekends.
• Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days per year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Relocation Assistance: $7,500 paid within the first 30 days of employment.
• Career Growth & Stability: Experience a rewarding career with ample opportunities for advancement and stability, supported by consistently high patient volume.
• A Rich Quality of Life: Indulge in a vibrant lifestyle within North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region, boasting walking and biking trails, nationally acclaimed golf courses, active arts communities, tantalizing Southern cuisine, and an array of artisan craft breweries and wineries.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; no nights, no call, no weekends.