APRN - Oncology

American Oncology Partners, PA; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

American Oncology Partners, PA is hiring for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in Fort Wayne. This role involves assisting physicians in caring for oncology patients, conducting assessments, writing prescriptions, and documenting care. Candidates must have a master's degree and at least 5 years of oncology experience.

The position offers a competitive salary range between $80,000 and $170,000, with core working hours from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant program.
• APRN or PA license in Indiana; prescriptive privileges or eligibility to apply; current certification from ANCC or ONS.
• Minimum 5 years experience as APRN or PA, specifically in oncology.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician in the care and teaching of patients.
• Assess physical and psychosocial status of patients.
• Write prescriptions and determine eligibility for clinical trials.
• Document and report care accurately and timely.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer focus

Self-management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant program

Job description

Location and Pay

Fort Wayne, Medical Oncology and Hematology. Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $170,000.00

Position Summary

Assists physician in the care and teaching of patients.

Key Performance Areas

• Assess the physical and psychosocial status of patients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies.
• Write prescriptions for medication, blood products, diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and post‑discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols.
• Determine eligibility of patients for entry into clinical trials based on findings.
• Interpret and evaluate findings of studies and tests.
• Relay appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
• Administer therapeutic measures and obtain specimens as prescribed.
• Dictate follow‑up letters to referring physicians with summaries of treatment, response, and plan.
• Dictate or write patient history, admissions, progress notes, and discharge notes in a timely manner.
• Assist in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patients’ care.
• Conduct or participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds for assigned patients to ensure patients are receiving appropriate and quality care.
• Provide on‑call coverage and perform hospital rounds as needed.
• Triage patients to determine urgency of physician evaluation.
• Document and report care in an accurate, timely manner using appropriate forms and records.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and remain flexible in the changing health care environment.
• Assist staff in times of crisis or emergency.
• Meet with the public outside the institution and efficiently market and promote cancer treatment.
• Determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Comply with all federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to patient privacy, patient rights, personnel law, safety, labor, and employment law.
• Adhere to company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Keep work area and records in a neat and orderly manner.
• Maintain all company equipment in a safe and working manner.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient and employee information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Assist in training new employees to related job duties.
• Be expected to work at any company location as directed by collaborating physician.
• Be expected to work overtime when given sufficient notice of required overtime.

Position Qualifications / Requirements

• Education: Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant program. Master’s degree required.
• Certifications / Licenses: APRN or PA license in the appropriate state; prescriptive privileges or eligibility to apply; current certification from ANCC or ONS (AOCN‑P); current BLS.
• Previous Experience: Minimum 5 years experience as APRN or PA, specifically in oncology.

Core Capabilities

• Analysis & Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills including problem solving, analysis, decision‑making, planning, time management, and organization.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness: Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness; ability to handle sensitive and emotionally charged material.
• Communication Skills: Good command of English; active listening; effective oral, written, and presentation skills with balanced feedback. Second language an asset but not required.
• Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus and ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance excellence, and operational efficiency through collaboration and partnerships.
• Self‑Management: Self‑motivated, self‑starter, able to manage own time, conflicting priorities, stress, and professional development; can work independently with limited supervision.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Travel and Work Hours

• Travel: Less than 25%.
• Standard Core Workdays/Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.