Physician Assistant Ambulatory GYN-Oncology

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); Vor Ort; USD 136.000 - 174.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking a Physician Assistant (40 hours/week) to join the MGBCI Ambulatory Gynecologic Oncology Department. The APP will provide comprehensive ambulatory care for adults with gynecologic malignancies, collaborating across disciplines to assess, plan, and implement care across the cancer trajectory.

The role emphasizes leadership, teaching, quality initiatives, and professional development, with a focus on compassionate, culturally sensitive care and adherence

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant and MA PA license with prescriptive authority.
• At least one year of ambulatory oncology or women's health PA experience.
• Experience ordering and/or administering antineoplastics preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Aufgaben

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments for gynecologic malignancies.
• Develop and manage treatment plans with attending physicians.
• Coordinate diagnostic testing and communicate results to patients.
• Monitor response and manage symptoms; ensure continuity of care.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, plans, and medications.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and staff to optimize outcomes.
• Support care access and coordinate appointments, tests, and follow-up.

Kenntnisse

Medical history taking

Clinical assessment

Communication

Emergency readiness

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

MA PA License

Prescriptive authority (MA DPH & DEA)

Jobbeschreibung

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The MGBCI Ambulatory Gynecologic Oncology Department is seeking a (40 hours/week) Physician Assistant to join the team at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. The Gynecologic Oncology APP provides comprehensive ambulatory patient care to adult patients with gynecologic malignancies, working in close collaboration as part of an interdisciplinary approach within the Gynecologic Cancer Service. The APP is responsible for the assessment and management of patients with all types of female reproductive cancers, including cervical, uterine, ovarian, vaginal, and vulvar cancer, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and development and implementation of appropriate plans of care across the trajectory of illness for patients. The APP is also responsible for assessing patients with urgent clinical needs, facilitating hospital admission when deemed appropriate, connecting patients with supportive services when appropriate, and providing continuity support to advance the plan of care. In addition to direct and indirect clinical responsibilities, the APP serves as the role model for professional advanced practice and participates in the professional development of the team through teaching, committee involvement, and/or quality and safety initiatives. The gynecologic oncology APP provides thorough, compassionate, culturally sensitive clinical care and should demonstrate operational flexibility and strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills in order to work effectively with other members of the team.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including histories and physical examinations for patients with gynecologic malignancies.
• Develop, implement, and manage treatment plans in collaboration with attending physicians.
• Coordinate diagnostic testing, review laboratory, pathology, and radiology results, and communicate findings to patients.
• Manage gynecologic oncology patients receiving local and systemic therapies.
• Monitor treatment response, address complex symptom management needs, and ensure continuity of care.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and supportive care needs.
• Write orders and manage therapies in accordance with current clinical guidelines and institutional standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Support access to care and facilitate patient movement through the system and efficient use of resources through effective interdepartmental collaboration and coordination of appointments, testing, and follow-up services.
• Participate in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence-based practice efforts.
• Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.
• Serve as a clinical resource and educator for staff, patients, and families.
• Appreciates the complex medical environments of cancer patients including, but not limited to, those with advanced malignancy or organ dysfunction and the risk for complex drug interactions.
• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills based on current health care practice/research.
• Maintains the standards and educational requirements specific to the position and licensure.
• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills based on current health care practice/research.

Qualifications

• Education/Licensure: 1. Completion of Master's Degree of Physician Assistant 2. Valid prescriptive authority from both MA DPH and Federal DEA required. 3. Physician Assistant [State License] - MA PA License required
• Experience: 1. At least one year clinical Physician Assistant experience in ambulatory oncology or women's health required. 2. Clinical Physician Assistant experience in an ambulatory practice managing a gynecologic malignancy focused patient population preferred. 3. Clinical experience ordering and/or administering antineoplastics preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Additional Job Details (if applicable) SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Demonstrated competence in specialized area. Ability to effectively communicate clinical information, care plans, etc. to medical and lay audiences; able to educate patients and their families regarding routine and complex medical information.
• Skilled in creating appropriate documentation and use of electronic medical records to consistently provide high quality and timely documentation including progress notes, sign-off notes, and discharge planning.
• Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team; can effectively influence and lead as necessary.
• Effectively uses analytical skills and problem-solving techniques in both clinical and operational matters.
• Is willing to obtain procedural proficiency for medical oncology specific procedures. Training will be provided.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

No direct reports; may indirectly provide leadership and guidance to less seasoned and new staff

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

No direct budgetary responsibility Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by effectively using Mass General Brigham resources

WORKING CONDITIONS

Ambulatory Oncology at MGBCI within BWH Licensed Practices This is a full time, 40h position (four 10-hour work days).

Onsite Remote Type Onsite Work Location 45 Francis Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $135,720 - $173,867.20/Annual Grade 7

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline. Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world.

Company Culture

Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.