Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Advanced Practice Provider Medical - Oncology - FT - Days

Vitruvian Health; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitruvian Health in Georgia seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join its oncology team. The role involves taking medical histories, examining patients, ordering and interpreting tests, and making diagnoses.

You will prescribe medications and ancillary services as indicated and provide patient education in collaboration with a supervising physician. The position requires licensure in Georgia (PA/NP) and AHA BLS CPR, with two years of APP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Registered PA or APRN license, or eligible for license, in Georgia.
• AHA BLS CPR certification required.
• Two years’ experience in Advanced Practice Provider role preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and sound clinical judgment; able to communicate effectively with patients and the health care team.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories, examine and treat patients, order/interpret labs and imaging.
• Diagnose conditions and prescribe medications and ancillary services as indicated.
• Provide patient education and collaborate with supervising physician and PA/NP team.
• Work in a physician office setting with a flexible schedule; may support acute care environments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of PA/NP program

Job description

Who We AreAt Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member.Our LegacyFormerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day.Our ValuesOur core values— Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE) —guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.Your Career With UsJoin us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.Excellence. Every person. Every time.The medical advanced practice provider working in Oncology will be responsible for taking medical histories, examine, and treat patients, order and interpret laboratory tests and other diagnoses (i.e. x-rays, CT scans, MRI) and make diagnoses. The medical advanced practice provider will prescribe medications and other ancillary services as indicated (i.e. physical therapy, occupational therapy, dietary consults, behavioral health consults). The medical advanced practice provider will provide patient education as indicated. The above duties and other duties as assigned will be performed in collaboration with a supervising physician and the physician assistant or nurse practitioner.JOB QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program or Nurse Practitioner program.Licensure: Registered PA or APRN license, or eligible for license, in state of Georgia. AHA BLS CPR required.Experience: Demonstration of clinical competency in the Advanced Practice Provider role. Two years’ experience preferred.Skills: Demonstration of clinical competency in the Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner role. Demonstration of qualities of leadership and sound clinical judgment. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, fellow co-workers and other members of the health care team. Ability to effectively interpret, implement and support hospital policies, regulations, philosophy and objectives.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT AND WORKING CONDITIONSWorks in a physician office setting with adolescent, adult and geriatric patients who may experience a wide range of medical problems. Required to work flexible schedule. Ability to work with patients and significant others in possible stressful and emotional situations. Requires full range of body motion including possible lifting and handling patients. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, chemicals or body fluids. Potential to work in acute care hospital environment.