Physician Assistant in the Center for Neuro Oncology & Center for CNS Lymphoma

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the Center for Neuro Oncology & Center for CNS Lymphoma. The role involves managing patient care, collaborating with a physician, and providing education and support to patients and families. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Nursing or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program, along with relevant experience in oncology care.

Qualifications

• Authorization to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Massachusetts.
• Current certification from a nationally recognized accrediting body.
• Minimum of 24 contact hours in pharmacotherapeutics.

Responsibilities

• Manage therapeutic regimens for patients with cancer.
• Provide anticipatory guidance and patient education.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Leadership skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Education

Masters degree in Nursing

Completion of AAPA/NCCPA accredited Physician Assistant Studies program

Job description

Physician Assistant in the Center for Neuro Oncology & Center for CNS Lymphoma

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The NP/PA is a clinician who demonstrates clinical expertise and leadership skills. The NP/PA uses clinical and academic skills in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of patients with cancer or hematologic disorders.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

In collaboration with a physician, the NP/PA manages therapeutic regimens for acute and chronic problems associated with such disease, treatment and/or conditions. The NP/PA provides anticipatory guidance, patient and family education, and psychological and emotional support. The NP/PA has prescriptive authority which includes schedule II through V controlled substances in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

The NP/PA is a member of an interdisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers at the Institute in addition to collaborating institutions and agencies. The role requires critical thinking, an understanding of research principles and practices and leadership that improves the quality of care and advances nursing/medical care within the work setting and throughout the community. The NP/PA takes advantage of formal and informal learning opportunities to strengthen his or her knowledge base in support of the Institute's Mission, Vision and Core Values.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

NP Qualifications

• Authorization to practice in an expanded role as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Current certification from a nationally recognized accrediting body approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing for Nurse Practitioners
• Minimum of 24 contact hours beyond generic education in pharmacotherapeutics
• Masters degree in Nursing
• Minimum of 1 year oncology nursing experience or 1 year Nurse Practitioner experience
• Oncology Nurse Practitioner experience preferred
• In possession of Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Federal DEA numbers
• Certification in Oncology Nursing preferred - OCN, AOCN, CPON, BMTCN, CPHON
  
  

PA Qualifications

A Masters Degree and successful completion of an AAPA/NCCPA accredited Physician Assistant Studies program are required. Must be NCCPA Certified and licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Massachusetts. Must maintain current DEA and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Licenses, and complete 100 hours of CME according to national and state regulations during each 2 year period of employment.

PA I: No professional experience required.

PA II: 2 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience

PA III: 5 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is honored to be one of the organizations to receive the American Academy of PAs’ (AAPA) Center for Healthcare Leadership and Management (CHLM) 2020-2021 Employer of Excellence Award. The EOE Awards, the first and only PA-specific award program for organizations, is designed to showcase employers that have implemented practices that create positive work environments for PAs and encourage collaborative provider teams.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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