Oncology Consult APP

About the role

SUNY Upstate Medical University is seeking highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Providers to join Upstate's Oncology Consult Team. Position is based in a Level I Trauma Center that provides Critical Care and services to patients across a 17+ County Region. Scheduling is determined based on operational needs. Upstate operates 24 hours a day/Seven days a week, providing continuous care to our region.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialty consults and follow up visits at Upstate University Hospital Downtown campus, providing education to and interfacing with primary teams, patients, and families.
• Assess and evaluate patients, order and interpret laboratory tests & diagnostic studies, and arrange referrals, consultations, and therapeutic services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with patients, families, referring physicians, and all members of the health care team.
• As an APP, you will be an integral member of the healthcare team, demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to Upstate's mission, vision, and values, while adhering to all institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (or graduated from an accredited PA program) or will be eligible by time of appointment.
• NYS Licensed/Registered NP or PA.
• Current National Certification consistent to the clinical practice.
• Have a NPI number and be Medicare enrolled with a Medicare Identification Number (or PTAN) (or eligible for Medicare Enrollment within 6 months of hire).
• Must successfully pass pre-employment and credentialing clearances.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years Oncology APP experience
• 1-2 years Inpatient APP experience

Schedule

Monday - Friday / Days, with possible Weekend and Holiday rotation. Scheduling is based on operational needs.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Choice of several outstanding health insurance benefits and Well-being plans that include Student Loan Relief Services, Tuition Assistance, Adoption Assistance and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans.