Physician Assistant - MCI Oncology Clinic - Mitchell Cancer Institute

USA Health Systems; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our oncology/hematology team in Mobile, AL. This role involves obtaining patient histories, performing exams, and partnering with the attending oncologist to develop and implement care plans.

The position requires completion of an accredited PA training program and Alabama PA licensure within 60 days. Prior cancer-center experience is preferred, with a focus on evidence-based care and survivorship visits.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited physician assistant training program.
• AL licensure as a Physician Assistant within 60 days required.
• Comparable education/experience may substitute for formal training.

Responsibilities

• Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform focused physical examinations.
• Evaluate oncology/hematology patients with supervising physician.
• Develop and implement evidence-based care plans with the attending oncologist.
• Provide routine follow-up and survivorship visits for cancer patients.
• Coordinate referrals and communications with the care team.
• Adhere to infection control and safety standards and complete required duties.

Skills

Oncology experience

Education

Physician Assistant training program

Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

• Obtain comprehensive and focused patient histories and perform appropriate physical examinations.
• Evaluate new and established oncology and hematology patients in collaboration with the supervising physician.
• Develop and implement evidence-based plans of care in collaborating with the attending oncologist.
• Provide routine follow up care for patients receiving active cancer treatment.
• Provide surveillance and survivorship visits for appropriate patient populations.
• Order and interpret laboratory studies, diagnostic imaging, and other diagnostic testing within approved scope and privileges.
• Review pathology, imaging, molecular/genomic testing, and other clinical findings relevant to the patient's cancer diagnosis and treatment.
• Communicate signficant findings to the attending physician and multidisciplinary care team.
• Coordinates consultations and referrals to appropriate specialists and supportive services.
• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
• Regular and prompt attendance
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
• Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited physician assistant training program Required
• PA - Physician Assistant - Licensure with the state of Alabama to practice as a Physician Assistant within 60 Days Required
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Previous experience working in a cancer center as a PA preferred HighPrevious experience working in a cancer center as a PA preferred High