Advanced Practice Provider: Community Oncology, Northwest Hospital

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 201,456; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid vacation (22 days for 5-day work week)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle seeks an ARNP/PA-C for oncology patient care. The candidate will evaluate and manage adult cancer patients, coordinating complex care and side-effect management at Northwest Hospital.

This role includes clinical responsibilities, leadership, and collaboration to ensure patient-centered care. A Master's degree, Washington state license, and ACLS certification are required.

Offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits that support employee well-being and family life.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program with a Master's degree.
• Licensed to practice in Washington state.
• DEA license required upon credentialing/start.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex patient evaluations and treatment.
• Evaluate and manage treatment side effects.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers for continuity of care.
• Participate in cancer clinical research.

Skills

Patient management

Coordination of care

Medical education

Education

Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program

Tools

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

A Fred Hutch Cancer Center ARNP/PA-C is a certified physician assistant or advanced registered nurse practitioner who provides evaluation and medical management of multiple service lines of adult oncology patients at our community site at Northwest Hospital. They will actively coordinate the complex care of cancer patients undergoing both systemic anti‑cancer therapy and radiation therapy. The incumbent will manage side‑effects of these therapies, order appropriate laboratory and radiographic studies, prescribe medications and refer patients to other specialists as necessary. The incumbent may provide post‑treatment follow‑up visits for the medically indicated period after completion of treatment, and will also offer psychological support to patients by participating in patient and/or family teaching and referring patients to community agencies and other resources to promote optimal adjustment and functioning. This position requires the ability to lead other clinical staff, be accountable for the work required, be flexible in a dynamic environment, and pursue excellent patient‑centered care. The clinic offers a broad range of services including GI, Lung, GU, Breast, and Hematologic Malignancies and Radiation therapy.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex and problem‑focused H & P’s
• Evaluates and manages on‑treatment and post‑treatment side effects, as well as long‑term surveillance and survivorship issues.
• Performs procedures according to licensure, credentialing, and scope of practice
• Collaborates and consults with other disciplines and services to ensure safe, effective, and timely treatment as well as continuity of patient care.
• Participates in the conduct of cancer clinical research
• Provides patient, caregiver, and peer education
• Communicates effectively with inpatient and outpatient teams
• Participates in patient rounds, conferences and committees
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner training program awarding a Master’s degree. Certified as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
• Licensed to practice in the state of Washington.
• DEA license upon credentialing/start.
• ACLS within 3 months of hire.

Preferred:

• 1 year of ARNP or PA‑C experience in Medical Oncology preferred.

The annual base salary range for this position is from $131,000 to $201,456, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H‑1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H‑1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position. This position may be eligible for relocation assistance. Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well‑being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (22 days if working 8 hours, 5 days per week or 18 days if working 10 hours, 4 days per week.), CME (5 days), paid sick leave, paid holidays (11 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

Additional Information

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at [e-mail] or by calling 206-667-4700.