Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - HemOnc Infusion

MUSC Health; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health in Orangeburg, SC seeks a Physician Assistant or APRN to oversee patient care in the infusion suite and staff a rapid access clinic. The role includes comprehensive exams, treatment planning, and coordination with the supervising physician.

The ideal candidate has completed an accredited PA or APRN program and holds or is eligible for licensure, with BLS. Clinical supervision is provided by MUSC physicians, and weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and licensure or eligibility as a PA.
• Completion of an accredited APRN program and licensure or eligibility as an APRN.
• BLS certification required; start licensing/licensure processes prior to first day.

Responsibilities

• Take comprehensive history and perform physical exams.
• Evaluate and treat based on history, exam, labs, and imaging.
• Initiate referrals and consult with supervising physician.
• Document and bill for direct care provided; maintain accuracy.

Skills

Oncology infusion care

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Physician Assistant program

APRN program

Licensure as PA/APRN

BLS certification

Tools

Practice guidelines

Medical chart review

Job description

Job Description Summary

Supervises the care of patients seen in the Orangeburg infusion suite and staffs a rapid access clinic.

Job Description Summary

Supervises the care of patients seen in the Orangeburg infusion suite and staffs a rapid access clinic.

Entity

University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC005663 COM DOM Infusion Center Management CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Location: Orangeburg, SC

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Salaried/Exempt

Hours per week: 40

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: Monday - Friday, five 8-hour workdays

Patient Population Focus: Infusion Suite

Patient Population Age Range: 18 years to death

Required Training And Experience

Required Minimum Training and Experience: 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.

• Physician Assistant
• APRN
• 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 Experience: Previous hematology oncology APP experience preferred.

Degree of Supervision: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Physician employed by MUSC and will report directly to this physician.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• If applicable, DHEC and DEA license applications must be started prior to first day.

Job Duties

• Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations
• Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline
• Initiates referrals to other health care providers, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician
• Documents and bills for direct care provided
• Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice
• Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research
• 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
• Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members
• APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law
• Responsible for providing care to patients with oncology urgent needs and staffs rapid access clinic
• Provides coverage in the Orangeburg infusion suite, along with supervising care provided by infusion nurses.
• Collaborates with ordering physician to manage infusion patients including chemo, fluids, and other medications needed. Work collaboratively with nursing and operation managers to instill teamwork across multiple disciplines.
• Coordinates the initiation of therapy, reviews labs, and supports the physicians ordering, and responsible for signing off on all infusion encounters
• Receive and triage any infusion patient phone calls. Respond to routine questions and requests, while referring more complex issues to the physician as necessary
• Rotating infusion suite coverage on weekends and holidays.
• Participates in weekly tumor boards and team meetings

Physical Requirements

Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36\" to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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