Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Oncologists

About the Role

Assess patient’s condition, diagnose, order appropriate diagnostic tests, and develop treatment plans in conjunction with Medical Oncologists to manage a cancer patient’s disease and symptoms in the clinic office setting. Ensure the delivery of quality patient care is consistent with policies and procedures. Participate in quality improvement and infection control activities. Perform duties and care in the inpatient setting as assigned.

Qualifications

• Completion of a physician assistant or nurse practitioner education program approved by the American Medical Association.
• Current license as a Registered Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in New York State; experience in the Hematology/Oncology field preferred.
• Current or eligible for NYS DEA license.
• Affiliation/membership with Hematology/Oncology specialty groups/organizations is strongly encouraged.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Understanding and commitment to core values of teamwork, confidentiality, and quality care.
• Expertise in clearly communicating medical information to practitioners and the public.
• Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, procedures, and medical equipment to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards/regulations.
• Ability to make appropriate decisions with minimal supervisory direction.
• Skill in taking medical history to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.
• Desire to remain current on emerging trends in oncology technologies, techniques, issues, and approaches.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with staff, patients, and external customers.
• Must work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Must be able to travel to regional/outreach facilities as needed.
• Knowledge of ONCO EMR highly preferred.
• Completed clinical rotation in Hematology/Oncology within the last year highly preferred.
• Training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of patients served, as applicable.