Advanced Practice Provider (APP) - Head & Neck Surgical Oncology- Temple Health / Fox Chase Can[...]

Temple University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Chase Cancer Center seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (PA-C or CRNP) to join the Head & Neck Surgical Oncology team. This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, including outpatient clinics and collaboration with a diverse medical team.

Qualifications

• Required: PA-LIC - PA Medical Physician Assistant License.
• Preferred: 1 year experience as a Physician Assistant.
• Experience in oncology, ENT, or surgical settings preferable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and follow-up care in an independent setting.
• Manage clinical care coordination within a multidisciplinary oncology team.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and care coordination.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team-based collaboration

Patient education

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider (APP) - Head & Neck Surgical Oncology

Location : Fox Chase Cancer Center (Philadelphia, PA)

Position Summary

Fox Chase Cancer Center is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (PA-C or CRNP) to join our dynamic Head & Neck Surgical Oncology team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centered care across the full continuum-from initial diagnosis to survivorship-for patients with complex head and neck cancers.

The APP will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of surgical oncologists, radiation and medical oncologists, speech-language pathologists, and other specialists to deliver comprehensive care in both shared and independent settings.

Job Duties Include (but are not limited to) :

• Conducting outpatient clinic visits independently and alongside faculty, including :
• New patient consultations
• Pre-operative evaluations
• Post-operative follow-ups
• Performing minor office-based procedures (e.g., drain removals, wound checks, trach site care)
• Managing clinical care coordination in a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring smooth transitions between specialties and services
• Reviewing and interpreting imaging, pathology, and laboratory results to support clinical decision-making
• Educating patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, surgical expectations, and follow-up care
• Participating in tumor board discussions , case planning, and team-based initiatives
• Collaborating on quality improvement projects and opportunities for CME, professional development , and institutional engagement

Education

Other : Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program. (Required)

Experience

1 year experience as a Physician Assistant (Preferred)

License / Certifications

MPA-LIC - PA Medical Physician Asst Lic (Required)

Preferred Qualifications :

• Previous oncology, ENT, or surgical experience preferred but not required
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a high-acuity, team-based setting
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to a diverse patient population

Your Tomorrow is Here!

Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Your Tomorrow is Here!

As one of the first cancer hospitals in the country, Fox Chase Cancer Center has been a national leader in cancer treatment, research, and prevention for more than 100 years. Fox Chase Cancer Center, part of the Temple University Health System, is committed to providing the best treatment options for our patients, and delivering that care with compassion.

At Fox Chase, we consider defeating cancer to be our calling. Our unique culture allows employees to work collaboratively with a single, shared focus, regardless of which department they're in.

It's essential for us to recruit not only the best talent in hospital care, but hire well-qualified prospective employees who are committed to serving our patients with the passion and excellence for which Fox Chase is known. Apply today to be part of the future of prevailing over cancer.

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