Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Breast Surgeons; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Breast Center team. This role partners with a breast surgeon to lead the High-Risk Breast and Genetics Program and provide care across the breast health continuum.

The APP focuses on risk assessment, genetic counseling coordination, surveillance planning, benign disease management, and pre- and post-operative patient care within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Nursing Practice or PA program
• Missouri license requirements for NP or PA
• Board certification as AGACNP, FNP, WHNP or NCCPA certification for PA

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the High-Risk Breast and Genetics Program.
• Coordinate genetic testing and counseling referrals.
• Develop surveillance and screening plans per guidelines.
• Provide pre- and post-operative patient care within a multidisciplinary team.
• Educate patients on hereditary cancer risk and prevention.

Skills

Care coordination

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Clinical assessment

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Nursing Practice

Missouri NP license

Board certification AGACNP/FNP/WHNP

Graduate of PA program (PA path)

Missouri PA license

NCCPA certification

Job description

St. Luke's is seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our comprehensive Breast Center team. This unique position partners closely with a breast surgeon to lead and manage our growing High-Risk Breast and Genetics Program while providing care for patients throughout the continuum of breast health.

This is a predominantly non-operative clinical role focused on breast cancer risk assessment, genetic counseling coordination, surveillance planning, benign breast disease management, and pre- and post-operative patient care. The APP will work within a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team that includes a dedicated Breast Nurse Navigator, fellowship-trained breast radiologists, and breast surgeons.

Our Breast Center offers comprehensive, patient-centered care with onsite diagnostic mammography, breast ultrasound, and immediate biopsy capabilities, allowing for seamless evaluation and expedited care for patients with breast concerns.

Essential Responsibilities

High Risk & Genetics Program

• Conduct comprehensive breast cancer risk assessments utilizing established risk models.
• Identify and manage patients at elevated risk for breast cancer.
• Develop individualized surveillance and screening plans in accordance with current guidelines.
• Coordinate and facilitate genetic testing and counseling referrals.
• Review genetic testing results and collaborate with patients and providers on risk-reduction strategies.
• Educate patients regarding hereditary cancer syndromes, screening recommendations, and preventive interventions.
• Manage long-term follow-up for high-risk patients.

Breast Clinical Care

• Evaluate patients referred for abnormal breast imaging, breast symptoms, and benign breast conditions.
• Perform comprehensive breast examinations and clinical assessments.
• Review and discuss imaging and pathology findings with patients.
• Collaborate closely with breast radiologists to coordinate additional imaging and biopsy procedures.
• Develop treatment and follow-up plans in partnership with the breast surgeon and multidisciplinary team.

Care Coordination

• Work collaboratively with the Breast Nurse Navigator to ensure seamless patient care.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up appointments across specialties.
• Communicate effectively with primary care physicians, oncology providers, radiologists, and surgeons.
• Support quality initiatives and program development within the Breast Center.

Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner

• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Licensed with the State of Missouri as a Nurse Practitioner
• Board certified as an AGACNP, FNP, or WHNP required.

Physician Assistant

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Licensed with the State of Missouri as a Physician Assistant
• NCCPA certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in breast health, women's health, or care management preferred.
• Strong patient education and counseling skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience interpreting diagnostic imaging and pathology reports preferred.