PA or NP, Oncology

WakeMed; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in North Carolina seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide competent medical care to patients. This position may involve both inpatient and outpatient care. Responsibilities include completing referrals, daily rounds, and patient follow-ups. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physician Assistance or Nursing, be a licensed professional, and complete Basic Life Support certification within 6 months of hire. The role also involves educating students and working collaboratively with healthcare providers.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner is required.
• DEA certification is required.
• Basic Life Support certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent medical care to patients.
• Complete referrals, consults, and daily patient rounds.
• Function as an educator for PA/NP/CNM/DO students.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Collaboration

Educating students

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) will work under the general supervision of their Medical Director, all physician partners, and their APP Manager, in WakeMed Physician Practices to deliver competent medical care to patients at WakeMed. This position may include both inpatient and outpatient care depending on the needs of the service and is outlined in the clinical job expectations. Responsibilities include completion of referrals, consults, daily patient rounds, daily notes, discharge summaries, procedures, clinic notes, pre‑ and post‑procedure care, prescribing, and patient care follow‑ups. The NP/PAs will work closely with other healthcare providers in a collaborative multidisciplinary approach to maximize the care we provide to our patients. As a healthcare professional, they will function as an educator for PA/NP/CNM/DO students from healthcare education programs. The role maintains scope of practice consistent with policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines governed by the North Carolina Medical Board, Nursing Board, and any other federal or state regulatory agencies, as well as WakeMed’s own policies. Additional certifications such as Advanced Life Support may be required based on clinical area of practice and will be reviewed annually during the annual review process. Basic Life Support is required within 6 months of hire. The NP understands the needs of the organization and supports the mission, values, and management of WakeMed.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well‑being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

WakeMed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Licensure

Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (with valid nursing licensure) is required. DEA is required. Basic Life Support is required within 6 months of hire.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant or Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant – REQUIRED
• Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in Nursing – REQUIRED

Experience

1 year of clinical experience as Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner is preferred.