(PA) Physician Assistant - Oncology Infusion - 141810

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health's Moores Cancer Center seeks a Physician Assistant to provide patient care in the Infusion Center and Same-Day Cancer Services, managing antineoplastic therapies, side effects, and oncologic emergencies under supervision.

The role requires California PA license, NCCPA certification, ARC-PA approved PA program, and oncology infusion experience; occasional travel to multiple infusion locations is expected; full-time position with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from ARC-PA approved PA program.
• California PA license required.
• NCCPA certification required.
• ART or BLS/CPR and ACLS at hire with ART commitment within 6 months.
• Minimum 2 years in hematology/oncology infusion or related area.
• Strong history/physical and plan development skills.
• Knowledge of oncology tests and treatments.
• Infection control and accurate medical charting.

Responsibilities

• Provide Same-Day Cancer Services and infusion care.
• Collaborate with attending oncologists and care team.
• Educate patients and families; document care plans.
• Care across Moores Cancer Center infusion locations; assist as needed.

Skills

Oncology PA expertise

Clinical judgment

Multidisciplinary coordination

Communication skills

Patient education

Education

ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Established in 1978, Moores Cancer Center is the region's only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. This designation is reserved for centers with the highest achievements in cancer research, clinical care, education and community contributions.

Under the direction of the Medical Director of the Moores Cancer Center Infusion Center, the Physician Assistant (PA) will provide patient care for patients receiving treatment in the Infusion Center. Demonstrates knowledge of administration of antineoplastic therapies, side effect management, and triage of oncologic emergencies. Develops and expands the role responsibilities as patient and system needs change. The PA will provide patient care oversight, including management of toxicities and/or reactions to IV treatments. Direct supervision will occur by assigned medical oncologists. Requires a strong emphasis on the management of patients undergoing cancer and non-cancer related treatments, including clinical trials, BMT, chemotherapy, biologic and immunotherapies.

In collaboration with Attending Oncologists, the PA provides Same-Day Cancer Services for established oncology patients. Acts as a liaison and collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team. Provides patient/family and staff education. Will provide care to oncology patients in the outpatient oncology and infusion center. Demonstrates knowledge of solid cancers and hematological blood cancers. Demonstrates knowledge of administration of antineoplastic therapies, side effect management, and triage of oncologic emergencies. Develops and expands the role responsibilities as patient and system needs change.

This position will provide patient care coverage for our various Moores Cancer Center infusion locations and occasionally Same Day Cancer Center.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a graduate from a physician assistant program approved by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).

• California Physician Assistant (PA) license.

• Current PA Certification from NCCPA.

• Current ART certification, or BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Two (2) or more years of recent (within the last 5 years) work experience as a licensed Physician Assistant in hematology oncology, oncology infusion, or non-oncology infusion.

• Proven ability to perform initial history, and physical examination, identify major medical problems, and formulate appropriate plans of action.

• Demonstrated knowledge of common diagnostic tests, exams, and procedures used in a clinic setting.

• Must understand purpose, required supplies and/or equipment, to maintain infection control, an accurate documentation of medical chart.

• Demonstrates advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking skills to assess and manage patients in an oncologic outpatient setting.

• Demonstrates ability to independently manage patients in a fast-paced setting, using evidence-based clinical judgment and appropriate escalation of care.

• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary care.

• Strong verbal and written communication and documentation skills, with the ability to guide care teams and educate patients and families. Consistently demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and kindness to staff and patients.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) or more years of oncology infusion or hematology oncology APP experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Must be able to obtain UCSD Medical Staff privileges and maintain during employment. Due to advanced practice credentialing eligibility, clinical advanced practice experience must be within the last two years.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $185,456 - $259,518 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $88.82 - $124.29