Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Solid Tumor Oncology Outpatient

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc.; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical College of Wisconsin’s Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver primary or specialty care under physician supervision at Froedtert Clinical Cancer Center.

The APP will work with a multidisciplinary team, perform comprehensive exams, order and interpret tests, educate patients, and contribute to quality and research initiatives in an outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Five-year experience as a Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner with 1–2 years in oncology clinics or hospitals.
• Master’s degree in Nursing or PA degree; Wisconsin RN/APN licenses and prescriber credentials.
• PA (NCCPA) certification and APN certification; ACLS and BCLS/CITI within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams for hematology/oncology outpatient care.
• Writes progress, procedure notes and orders; documents in EMR.
• Performs and interprets diagnostic tests and communications.
• Educates patients and families on disease and treatment plans.
• Supports quality indicators and participates in clinical research.

Skills

Oncology care experience

Interdisciplinary teamwork

EMR documentation

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Wisconsin RN license

Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License

NCCPA certification

APN certification (ANA/WA)

Tools

ACLS

BCLS/CITI Certification

Job description

The Medical College of Wisconsin’s Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide primary or specialty medical care within defined scope of practice under the supervision of a licensed physician and in accordance with MCW/FMLH/CHW policies and procedures. This position is located at Froedtert Clinical Cancer Center.The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works as part of a multidisciplinary health care team, providing a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for the patients of the outpatient services as a member of the Department of Medicine/Division of Hematology and Oncology.The APP will have a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and ensure an environment of safe quality care.In this role you will be responsible for the following:Collaborates with interdisciplinary health care teams in diagnosis and treatment of conditions requiring Hematology/Oncology intervention in outpatient environment as a member of the HemOnc outpatient service.Writes accurate and timely progress notes, procedure notes, and/or admission and transfer orders.Order, perform, and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures and tests, and appropriately communicates and documents information.Privileged to perform procedures beyond core as identified by the Hematology/Oncology services.Facilitates and communicates with patient, family and staff to promote continuity of care across the continuum of care.Attend required training and meets key regulatory requirements, including those of the privileging institution, CMS, and the Joint Commission.Evaluates quality outcomes for the patients receiving care of this team through participation in the development of quality indicators and outcomes dashboard.Acquires information on the most current development and trends in the Physician Assistant field and/or Nurse Practitioner field, through educational programs, in-services, professional associates, and current literature.Participates in ongoing clinical research projects related to the field of hematology/oncology.Core Advanced Practice Responsibilities:Performs comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifies normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive and psychosocial status.Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests.Develops pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans.Monitors effectiveness of plan of care.Educates patients on disease and treatment plans.Performs procedures as trained and appropriately credentialed.Documents within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes other necessary documents.Collaborates and/or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.Educates, counsels, and assists patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities and preventive behaviors.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs.Learn more about: MCW APPsApplication review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Formal applications are preferred but nominations and communication of interest, including current Resume/CV and optional a cover letter stating reasons for interest in the role, may be submitted to: Emily Roth, APP Recruiter, [e-mail] more: All Available APP OpportunitiesPreferred Schedule: Scheduling flexibility required to provide for an appropriate level of patient care coverage. May require evening or weekend hours in the future based on business needs. Monday- Friday, 8:00-5:00Position Requirements:Preferred Experience: Five-year experience as a Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner with at least 1-2 years in a clinic or hospital environment working with oncology patients.Minimum Education: Master’s Degree or higher in NursingAdvanced Practice Nurse: Master’s Degree or higher in NursingPhysician Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Physician Assistant StudiesMinimum Requirements: Zero years of experienced requiredAdvanced Practice NurseAdvanced Practice Nurse PractitionerWisconsin RN licenseWisconsin Advance Practice Nurse Prescriber LicenseCertification as Advance Practice NurseCertification as Adult Care NP and/or Acute Care NP preferredAHA BCLSCITI Certification to be completed within 90 days of hireACLS Certification required or to be completed within 90 days of hireDEAPhysician AssistantWisconsin PA licenseCertification by NCCPAAHA BCLSCITI Certification to be completed within 90 days of hireACLS Certification requiredDEALearn about Advanced Practice ProvidersMedical College of WisconsinThe Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation.Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually.The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. 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