Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate (Advanced Practice Provider)

WI-SSM Health Dean Medical Group South Madison Campus; Wilsonville (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical organization seeks a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate for its Department of Diagnostic Radiology. This role focuses on providing efficient care to oncology patients undergoing radiopharmaceutical therapies. Flexible working options, including remote tasks, are available. The candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to clinical research while ensuring optimal patient care.

Qualifications

• Oncology certification and professional membership recommended.
• Minimum two years’ experience in oncology or radiation oncology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordinated and high-quality care to oncology patients.
• Manage patient assessments, treatments, and medications.
• Educate patients and staff about therapies.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Oncology knowledge

Clinical research

Education

Valid Oregon RN license

Nurse Practitioner license

Physician Associate license

ACLS/BLS certification

Job description

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate (Advanced Practice Provider)

Location: Portland, OR

Organization/Company: Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)

The Department of Diagnostic Radiology at OHSU is seeking a full-time Physician Associate or Nurse Practitioner (APP) to join its Molecular Imaging and Therapy (MIT) section. The department is committed to patient care, education, and academic excellence.

The MIT APP’s primary role is to provide coordinated, efficient, and high-quality care to oncology patients receiving radiopharmaceutical therapies as outpatients. The role involves working closely with faculty, nurses, technologists, and collaborating with departments such as oncology, radiation oncology, and surgical oncology. The position offers flexibility, with much work capable of being done remotely.

Clinical Responsibilities:

1. Provide medical care independently and/or with physicians for oncology patients receiving radiopharmaceutical therapies in outpatient and inpatient settings.
2. Assess patients’ physical condition, labs, and imaging to manage and treat patients.
3. Respond to urgent needs, order medications, and manage adverse reactions.
4. Oversee and guide nursing staff in clinical care.
5. Coordinate patient care with oncology staff and perform consultations.
6. Educate patients and staff about treatments and safety precautions.
7. Engage with pharmacists for treatment adjustments.
8. Assist with research studies, including physical exams and lab reviews.
9. Ensure continuous coverage by collaborating with colleagues.
10. Manage symptom care in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
11. Participate in clinical trials and coordinate post-therapy care with community oncologists.
12. Make referrals to specialty care and maintain communication with primary care providers.
13. Manage prescriptions, document clinical findings, and adhere to protocols.
14. Obtain training on radiation safety and radiopharmaceutical management.

Education:

• Educate patients and families about therapies and safety precautions.
• Teach residents, NPs, or PAs and develop clinical pathways and educational materials.
• Coordinate onboarding for new APPs and participate in multidisciplinary conferences and educational events.
• Advocate for APP needs within the department.

Quality and Research:

• Identify opportunities to improve care quality and efficiency.
• Implement research findings into practice.
• Respond to patient feedback and manage clinic resources effectively.
• Participate as a sub-investigator in clinical research and contribute to scholarly activities.

Position Conditions/Qualifications:

• Nurse Practitioner: Valid Oregon RN license, NP license, and prescriptive privileges; oncology certification and professional membership recommended.
• Physician Associate: Oregon PA license prior to start; professional membership recommended.
• ACLS/BLS certification required.
• Minimum two years’ experience in oncology, radiation oncology, or MIT preferred.

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV to Katie Manoogian at [e-mail]. Applications are reviewed as received.

More details can be found at this link.

OHSU is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.