AP Provider: High-Risk Breast Risk Assessment & Prevention

Sentara Healthcare; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare in Norfolk, VA is looking for an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for their High Risk Breast Program. This role focuses on cancer risk assessment, patient education, and implementing preventive care strategies.

The ideal candidate should have expertise in breast health and oncology, collaborating with a team to provide comprehensive patient management for those at elevated risk of breast cancer. Familiarity with genetic counseling is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Expertise in breast health, cancer prevention, genetics, women's health, oncology, or survivorship care.
• Strong skills in patient counseling and risk assessment.
• Experience in working within a prevention-focused care model.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and management of high-risk patients.
• Provide evidence-based risk screening and prevention strategies.
• Educate patients on breast cancer prevention and lifestyle modifications.

Skills

Breast health expertise

Cancer prevention knowledge

Patient counseling skills

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Population health management

Education

Advanced Practice Provider Certification

Enrollment in high risk certification course

Job description

Sentara Healthcare in Norfolk, VA is looking for an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for their High Risk Breast Program. This role focuses on cancer risk assessment, patient education, and implementing preventive care strategies.

The ideal candidate should have expertise in breast health and oncology, collaborating with a team to provide comprehensive patient management for those at elevated risk of breast cancer. Familiarity with genetic counseling is highly valued.