Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Oncology

Position Summary

The APP will be part of a specialized team dedicated to caring for patients with primary bone and soft tissue tumors, metastatic bone disease, and complex musculoskeletal conditions. This role offers a unique blend of inpatient consults and outpatient clinic responsibilities, allowing you to build meaningful relationships with patients while participating in every stage of their care.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Based on thorough physical and psychosocial patient assessments, formulates and implements comprehensive patient care plans focused on surgical interventions. Plans include patient and family education, prescriptions, additional lab and diagnostic testing, and therapies.
• Ensures complete documentation of patient assessments, patient care plans, and care provided.
• Orders and interprets laboratory and other diagnostic tests for the patient.
• Maintains records and reports as required by regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission (TJC). May coordinate and/or participate in performance and quality improvement activities.
• May assist in the coordination of research protocols, serving as a patient advocate and a liaison between the patient and other health care providers.
• Provides assistance in orientation and/or training of new clinical personnel as needed. Provides educational information by conducting workshops, in-service training and distributing appropriate materials for patients and staff.
• Serves as the expert clinical resource to clinical staff and patients in the area of specialty.
• Provides a safe environment for patients and others.
• Demonstrates a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Minimum Requirements: Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
• Licenses/Certifications/Registrations: Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of procedures, protocols, information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, disease and deformities; Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools and programs; Written and verbal communication skills; Interpersonal skills; Ability to be self-directed/self-motivated; Ability to multi-task; Ability to problem-solve; Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently; Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.