Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA/APP) - Malignant Hematology

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 116,123 - 171,163; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

PTO & disability

Retirement plan

Education support

Generous PTO

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, Virginia, seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join the Malignant Hematology ambulatory APP team at UVA Medical Center. This position offers a highly collaborative, academic environment within UVA School of Medicine's Division of Hematology & Oncology and UVA Health's Center for Advanced Practice.

The role provides an ambulatory schedule with daytime hours, no routine nights or weekends, and opportunities to participate in clinical trials, bone

Qualifications

• Graduate degree from accredited NP or PA program.
• Virginia license or license-eligible as AP Provider.
• Current BLS; ACLS/PALS as required by position.
• Experience in hematology/oncology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate Epic EMR documentation.
• Coordinate test scheduling and referrals.
• Provide eight ambulatory clinic sessions (4 hours each).
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests for hematologic malignancies.
• Collaborate with hematology attendings and multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Clinical independence

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Master's degree (NP or PA)

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

UVA Health is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join the Malignant Hematology ambulatory Advanced Practice Provider (APP) team at the UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville, Virginia. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a highly collaborative, academic environment within the UVA School of Medicine's Division of Hematology & Oncology/Medical Oncology and UVA Health's Center for Advanced Practice, caring for patients with complex acute and chronic hematologic malignancies.

Key Selling Points

• Ambulatory-based schedule with Monday‑Friday daytime hours
• No routine nights, weekends, or call
• Practice within Virginia's only NCI‑designated Comprehensive Cancer Center
• Exposure to cutting‑edge therapies, including clinical trials, cellular therapy, and transplantation
• Strong culture of professional development, education, and quality improvement
• Independent practice model with robust interdisciplinary collaboration

Application Materials

A CV is required; a cover letter is encouraged to further describe interest and alignment with the role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior clinical experience as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in hematology, oncology, or malignant hematology, preferably in an academic or ambulatory specialty setting
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, high‑acuity patient populations with acute and chronic disease states
• Experience with or willingness to be trained in bone marrow biopsies and skin biopsies
• Ability to practice with a high level of clinical independence while collaborating effectively with supervising physicians and interdisciplinary team members
• Strong skills in clinical assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision‑making
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and healthcare team members
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary care model
• Familiarity with Epic (EPIC) electronic medical record preferred
• Commitment to evidence‑based practice, continuous professional development, and quality improvement initiatives
• Interest in academic medicine, including participation in education, research, or process improvement activities

Background Checks and Health Screenings

Background checks and pre‑employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety‑sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.

Administration

• Participate in a structured four‑month onboarding process with progressive independence
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the Epic EMR in compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements
• Coordinate care logistics, including scheduling of tests, procedures, and referrals
• Assist with APP coverage within the malignant hematology ambulatory team
• Adhere to infection control protocols when caring for immunocompromised patients

Professional

• Practice in a model emphasizing independent clinical decision‑making with physician collaboration
• Engage in continuous professional development and evidence‑based practice
• Demonstrate strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Provide compassionate, patient‑centered care to individuals with acute and chronic hematologic malignancies
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical research protocols as appropriate

Clinical

• Manage eight independent ambulatory clinic sessions (4 hours per session)
• Perform and document comprehensive histories and physical exams
• Develop differential diagnoses and individualized treatment plans in collaboration with attending hematologists
• Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic tests and imaging studies related to hematologic malignancies
• Prescribe and manage pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic therapies, adjusting plans based on patient response
• Monitor and manage side effects and complications of chemotherapy, targeted therapies, and immunotherapies
• Perform bone marrow biopsies and skin biopsies
• Provide patient and family education regarding disease processes, treatments, side effects, prognosis, and survivorship
• Identify and initiate appropriate subspecialty consultations

Leadership

• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team of physicians, APPs, nurses, pharmacists, therapists, and leadership
• Professionally lead and support other members of the care team in a dynamic clinical environment
• Contribute to a culture of teamwork, accountability, and high‑quality care delivery
• Engage in process improvement efforts to enhance clinical efficiency and patient outcomes

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree
• Experience: Department and unit specific
• Licensure: License or license‑eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Associate, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, and Certified Nurse Midwife) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.
• Physical Demands: Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull 50–100 lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Compensation

The pay range for this role is $116,123.00 – $171,163.20 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, long‑term and short‑term disability, retirement savings
• Health saving plans and flexible spending accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous paid time off

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.