Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Hematology Oncology

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); South Carolina; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Associates (UMA) seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to support oncology clinical trials at Hollings Cancer Center. The role includes outpatient infusion care, inpatient rounds, and collaboration with the Clinical Trials Office on ~200 active studies.

Two APRN/PA pathways are supported; requires PA/NP program completion, Oncology trial experience, and BLS/ACLS certification. 40-hour day shifts, salaried position in SC.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited PA or NP program.
• Currently licensed or eligible for licensure as PA or APRN.
• Oncology experience in clinical trials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients in oncology trials.
• Cover outpatient research infusion suite and manage infusion reactions.
• Assess toxicities and educate patients on trial drugs.
• Conduct inpatient rounds for hospitalized trial patients per protocol.
• Document care, ensure compliant research billing and compliance.

Skills

Oncology experience

Clinical assessment

Research coordination

Education

Physician Assistant program

Nurse Practitioner program

Board Certification - PA/APRN

Tools

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Job Description Summary

The successful applicant will be an Advanced Practice Provider interested in working full-time in the care of patients with cancer- specifically those enrolled in clinical trials for oncology treatment. The APP will join a growing oncology clinical research program at the Hollings Cancer Center, actively participate in the Phase I Disease Focus Group and collaborate regularly with the HCC Clinical Trials Office. This position will support the early phase research infusion suite, participate in the feasibility review of new study opportunities, and provide care for patients participating in trials in the outpatient clinic setting as well as inpatient units. The Hollings Cancer Center is the only NCI Designated Cancer Center in the state, and the Clinical Trials Office supports approximately 200 active studies at a given time.

Entity

University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000970 COM DOM Hematology/Oncology CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Fair Labor Standards Act Status

Salaried/Exempt

Hours per week

40hrs

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift

Monday - Thursday, 8am-6pm. Occasional variation in shift schedule for inpatient rounds on admitted trial patients.

Patient Population Focus

Adult Hematology Oncology

Inpatient

ART 7E, ART 7W, Main 7W, primarily

Outpatient

Hollings Cancer Center- HCC3 Clinic, primarily

Infusion Suite

Hollings Cancer Center-HCC3 Infusion primarily

Patient Population Age Range

13 years-death

Required Minimum APP Training

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or ;
• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN as noted below.
• AGPNP/ANP (Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP or Adult NP): Adult pts (13 years to death), stable chronic disease state management or primary care setting.
• FNP (Family NP): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management, primary care across the lifespan.

Preferred APRN Training

• AGACNP/ACNP (Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner): Adult pts (13 years to death), acutely ill or injured, potentially unstable, or technologically dependent (vents, drips, monitors, etc.).

Required Minimum APP Experience

Oncology experience

Preferred APP Experience

Minimum of 2 years' experience in Oncology as a PA or APRN. Experience in Oncology Research or as a Study Coordinator.

Degree of Supervision

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Supervision under APP Manager for Division of Hematology Oncology.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

• Specialty Board Certification - PA, APRN
• Oncology Specialty Certification - preferred (to meet Comprehensive Cancer Center Status)
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• DHEC and DEA license applications must be started prior to first day.

Job Duties

• Provides direct care to patients through the following activities:
• Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations and ensures detailed documentation is entered in a timely manner.
• Serves as provider coverage for the outpatient research infusion suite; responds to infusion related reactions, assesses toxicities of treatment, provides research drug education.
• Conducts assessments and physical exams on hospitalized clinical trial patients in accordance with good clinical practice and the appropriate research protocol.
• Evaluates and treats per research protocol and using clinical judgement on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guidelines.
• Adheres to Good Clinical Practice guidelines and has a comprehensive understanding of the Informed Consent process (what it entails, the regulations, and required documentation)
• Initiates referrals to other health care providers, and/or consults with the attending physician, the collaborating physician and the local study Principal Investigator.
• Documents and bills for direct care provided and has a general understanding of research billing requirements.
• Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice.
• Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and promotes clinical research participation.
• Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization.
• Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education
• APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, et