Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Oncology

Avera McKennan; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO day 1 for eligible hires

5% retirement matching

Career development mentorship

Job summary

Avera McKennan is seeking a Physician Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team at the clinic. The role involves delivering medical care to patients from assessment through treatment and education.

Open to Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants, with standard day shift 8am–5pm and no on-call. FT or PT options available based on interest, with emphasis on compassionate, comprehensive care.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Competence in patient education and counseling
• Ability to follow approved protocols and licensing requirements

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients per approved protocols.
• Provide medical services and health education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians and refer as needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Certified Physician Assistant (NCCPA)

DEA registration

State PA licensing

Job description

Location

Avera Pierre Clinic

Worker Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Position Highlights

• Medical and Radiation Oncology
• Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm with no call
• Open to 4 or 5 day work weeks
• Open to FT or PT - depending on candidates interest
• Open to Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistants (see NP/PA requirements below)
• Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Board of Nursing
• Upon Hire and Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing
• Upon Hire and Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - Federal DEA and State CSR
• Upon Hire

You Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Provides appropriate medical care to all patients by assessing physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients to develop a plan of care.

What you will do

• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to medical staff approved protocol and acceptable standards of practice.
• Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members.
• Effectively contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies appropriate methods designed to increase each person’s motivation to assume responsibility for their own health care.
• Consults and collaborates with physician as assessing, diagnosing and treating patients.
• Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.
• Interprets information gathered during the diagnostic process and consults with the physician as appropriate regarding abnormal health assessment findings to establish appropriate plan of care.
• Assures that appropriate referrals are made for patients.
• Provides quality care for patient, demonstrates appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices.
• Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care.
• Effectively provides patient instruction related to environment of care and safety standards.
• Effectively contributes to the development and attainment of physician practice goals.
• Practices according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.
• Understands, applies, and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards.
• Maintains patient records and accurate information.

Essential Qualifications

• The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
• These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

• Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Upon Hire
• Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state practice Upon Hire
• Physician Assistant - Licensing Board Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based on job assignment Upon Hire

Expectations and Standards

Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community. Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits

You Need & Then Some Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part‑time and full‑time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future. PTO available day 1 for eligible hires. Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement Career development guided by hands‑on training and mentorship

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development guided by hands‑on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high‑quality services.

Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.