Physician Assistant - Genitourinary

City of Hope; California, Duarte (MO, CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a transformative team dedicated to fighting cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. As a Physician Assistant in Genitourinary Medical Oncology, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive patient care. This role involves independent medical management, conducting patient assessments, and prescribing medications, all while practicing evidence-based clinical care. You'll be part of an organization that is committed to delivering the cures of tomorrow to those in need today, making a significant impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with a master's degree.
• Current California Physician Assistant License is required.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive patient care as part of a multidisciplinary health team.
• Managing follow-up patients independently and documenting consultations.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical Management

Pharmacology Knowledge

Patient Assessment

Evidence-Based Clinical Care

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Program

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Join the transformative team at City of Hope

We're making a difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our growing national system includes the Los Angeles campus, clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago, and Phoenix. Our dedicated employees are driven by a mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to those who need them today.

Position: Physician Assistant - Genitourinary Medical Oncology

Location: City of Hope, Duarte

The Physician Assistant functions as part of a care team, collaborating with a multidisciplinary health team to provide comprehensive patient care. The role involves independent and collaborative medical management of a defined patient population, following standardized procedures and in collaboration with a physician supervisor.

Responsibilities include:

1. Providing primary, secondary, and, when appropriate, tertiary care within the scope of practice, licensure, and organizational policies.
2. Performing histories, physical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and furnishing medications and devices efficiently.
3. Conducting accurate, concise, and relevant patient assessments.
4. Documenting consultations and new patient notes.
5. Performing routine procedures as permitted through privileges.
6. Managing follow-up patients independently, including ordering imaging and providing medical care and support.
7. Interpreting imaging and communicating with physicians regarding patient changes.
8. Prescribing and counseling on narcotic use safety.
9. Demonstrating knowledge of pharmacologic agents, including indications, contraindications, and side effects.
10. Reviewing treatment plans with patients and families.
11. Practicing evidence-based clinical care.
12. Instructing and counseling patients on health management, including diet, medications, and mental health, and referring to specialists when needed.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with a master's degree.
• Preferred: Medical Oncology experience.
• Current California Physician Assistant License.
• Current American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Current DEA registration.
• Salary range: $119,000 to $213,000. Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.