APP Medical Oncology/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky seeks an APP Medical Oncology/UKHC to join the ambulatory adult medical oncology team, handling care in chemotherapy suites and inpatient consults.

The APP will work with an oncology team across outpatient and inpatient settings, focusing on safe and high‑quality care, clinical judgment, and ongoing professional development in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants.
• APRN or PA-C licensure required.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• APP functions in ambulatory adult medical oncology and chemotherapy suites.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary oncology team in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Provides safe, high‑quality care with documentation and professional development.

Education

MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

APP Medical Oncology/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE56068

Working Title

APP Medical Oncology/UKHC-MCC

Department Name

MG31M:IM-MED ONC

Work Location

Lexington, KY.

Grade Level

14

Salary Range

$115,789-156,062/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse ( APRN ) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)

Physical Requirements

On occasion, may lift objects up to 50 lbs.

Shift

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Job Summary

The Medical Oncology APP – Advanced Practice Provider functions within the ambulatory adult medical oncology setting, chemotherapy suites, and inpatient medical oncology consult oncology team working in collaboration with, and as an integral member of, a multidisciplinary health care team.

The APP functions in the outpatient setting managing the care of acute and chronically ill patients of this specific population including possible outpatient procedures. The APP is a part of a service aligned oncology team.

The APP will have responsibilities for this same patient population in the consultative inpatient setting or serves a resource for the inpatient care team.

The APP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice and education and has a responsibility for ensuring an environment of safe, quality care.

The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and/or nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

N/A

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

APRN or PA-C

Deadline to Apply

10/15/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.