Advanced Practice Provider - Surgical Oncology

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 63,585 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider specializing in Surgical Oncology based in Lubbock, Texas. This role involves providing healthcare services under physician supervision and managing patient care plans.

The ideal candidate will have experience in oncology and be responsible for various clinical duties, including examinations and therapeutic procedures. The successful applicant will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health plans and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Current Physician Assistant license in Texas or the ability to transfer.
• Certification as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program recognized by Texas Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Augmenting various data gathering abilities for patient care plans.
• Examining and compiling patient medical data.
• Administering diagnostic tests and interpreting results.

Skills

Oncology experience

Clinical experience

Experience in Family Medicine

Education

Physician Assistant training program

Nurse practitioner certification

Job description

Extended Job Title

Advanced Practice Provider - Surgical Oncology

Position Description

Employees in this position are responsible for augmenting a supervising physician's data gathering abilities to reach decisions and institute patient care plans. Provides health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of a Physician.

Requisition ID

45026BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

125,000

Major/Essential Functions

• Provides patient services under direct supervision and responsibility of the Physician and or Medical Director.
• Elicits detailed patient histories.
• Examines patients, performs a comprehensive physical examination and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as X-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care and manages infections.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes and assists in the provision of continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, emotional problems of daily living and health maintenance.
• Rounds on and treat patients in hospitals on assigned service. Rounding may include up to 2 weekends per month.
• Participates in teaching efforts of the department of Surgery, such as seminars, conferences and special programs.
• Works with medical students and residents, nursing and allied health personnel as part of the acute care surgery team.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

63,585

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in oncology, surgical oncology preferred.
• Experience working in clinic.
• Experience working in Family Medicine.

Department

Surgery Dept Lbk Genl

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Occasional Duties

• May render emergency medical service without supervision, pending the arrival of a responsible physician, in cases where immediate diagnosis and treatment are necessary to avoid disability or death.
• Other duties as assigned.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from a Physician Assistant's training program approved by the Council on Allied Health Education Accreditation of the American Medical Association. Current Physician Assistant license in the State of Texas or ability to transfer license to Texas. Certification as a Physician Assistant as evidenced by passing the examinations given by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants.

OR

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing as a nurse practitioner from an approved certification program recognized by Texas Board of Nursing. Current R.N. license as approved by the Texas Board of Nursing or ability to transfer license to Texas. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner from an approved certification program as recognized by Texas Board of Nursing or ability to transfer certification to Texas.

Benefits

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace