Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Masters Physician Assistant -Inpatient Hematology/Oncology @ HUP

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-week orientation

Mentorship program

Tuition/education assistance

Job summary

Penn Medicine in Philadelphia is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join the Division of Hematology and Oncology. You will care for patients with hematologic malignancies, performing histories, physicals, and procedures in collaboration with oncologists and hospitalists.

Master's degree required, PA/NP licensure in PA, and oncology experience preferred. The role includes a rotating schedule with day and night shifts on a 36-hour work week, with opportunities for mentorship

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Current PA/NP licensure or eligibility in PA and board credentialing eligibility.
• Oncology experience preferred.
• New graduates considered on an individual basis.
• Role is full-time, 36 hours per week with weekends, nights and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform histories, physicals, and procedures in coordination with physicians and the care team.
• Care for patients with hematologic malignancies in inpatient oncology settings.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including nursing staff and allied professionals.
• Engage in research activities as appropriate and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Patient care

Procedural skills

Team collaboration

Clinical decision making

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Join our growing team of 50+ APPs who provide 24/7 care to patients with hematological malignancies.

The Division of Hematology and Oncology is seeking a dedicated and compassionate full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our team in Philadelphia, PA. We welcome applications from Master's-prepared Physician Assistants and Acute Care Nurse Practitioners with a strong commitment to patient-centered care.

4 Subservices

• Acute Leukemia
• Lymphoma/Myeloma/Auto Transplant
• Allogeneic Transplant
• CART/Cellular Therapy

Autonomous Rounding Structure

Supported by oncologists and hospitalists

APP Roles

• Covering Provider: Patient Ratios 8:1 Day, 16:1 Night, 12-13:1 Weekend Day
• APP Coordinators: Responsible for admissions, transfers, coordination of care & procedures. Procedures include bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures, and intrathecal chemotherapy administration

Flexible Schedule, Including Seniority Perks

• 12-hour shifts, rotating 50% days/nights and every 3rd weekend until 3 years off orientation, decreases with seniority, no nights after 5 years
• 2 holidays/year, 2 on call weekends/year

Comprehensive Orientation:

• 12-week duration for new-to-practice APPs, service specific competencies and education, chemotherapy certification

Mentorship Program

• Leadership/Growth Opportunities: QI, preceptorship, teaching, committees

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality care to patients with complex hematologic and oncologic conditions. The position involves rotating night and day shifts, offering a dynamic and rewarding clinical environment.

Inpatient Medical Oncology Advanced Practice Provider Service: Join us in caring for patients with hematologic malignancies and complex co‑morbid conditions. Work with an elite team of committed advanced practice providers and collaborating physicians in the care of this special patient population. Care for patients undergoing aggressive chemotherapy treatments, stem cell transplantation, and cellular therapy. Be at the forefront of oncologic research and innovative care. Utilize your education and experience to maximize oncology care in this exciting, fast‑paced environment.

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, while providing quality care across the continuum in collaboration with physicians, nursing staff and other members of the care team, performs histories, physicals, and procedures according to credentialing, and provide care and patient/family teaching following the nursing process. Also participates in research as appropriate, ensures regulatory compliance, documents care according to standards, and prescribes in accordance with the collaborative agreement and State regulations.

Qualifications:

• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Master's Degree - Required
• Current licensure or eligibility in the Commonwealth of PA and eligibility for credentialing by the medical board
• Oncology experience as a Nurse or as a Provider preferred.
• New graduates will be considered on an individual basis.
• This individual will work full time 36 hours/ week.Role includes weekends, nights, and holidays.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.