Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient Hematology/Oncology

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join their outpatient team in Pittsburgh. This role offers a supportive environment for professionals, with emphasis on patient care in oncology without on-call duties. Enjoy continuous professional growth with access to CME opportunities and a commitment to work-life balance.

Benefits

CME opportunities

Supportive work environment

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• CRNP must have current PA RN license and CRNP certification.
• PA must have current PA license certified by NCCPA.
• Experience in oncology is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide patient care activities.
• Communicate effectively with all healthcare team members.
• Engage in clinical development of healthcare team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Patient communication

Professional practice knowledge

Education

BSN, MSN preferred for CRNP

Graduate of a physician assistant program

Job description

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient Hematology/Oncology

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Join Our Advanced Practice Provider Team at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center!

Position: Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology

Location: Hillman Cancer Center, 4th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Are you passionate about oncology and looking to make a difference in patients' lives? UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate PA or CRNP to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an outpatient clinic setting, providing life changing care to our patients.

Why Join Us?

• Inclusive and Supportive Environment: We welcome new grads and experienced professionals alike. We employ over 200 Advanced Practice Providers across the Hillman Cancer Center Network with an APP lead reporting structure.
• Professional Growth: Take advantage of our CME opportunities, OAPP Jump Start program, and APP Career Ladder to further your education and skills.
• Work-Life Balance: No on-call duties, weekends, or rotations. Focus on what you love, Monday through Friday.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience In Oncology Is Preferred But Not Required.

Acute Care Certification is preferred for CRNP candidates.

About Us:

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is a leader in cancer care, offering cutting-edge treatments and compassionate support. Join a team of over 200 Advanced Practice Providers across the Hillman Cancer Center Network with an APP lead reporting structure.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become a part of our dedicated team at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center!

Staff/Senior Level:

The Staff or Senior Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner and a member of the care delivery team. The APP is responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care. The APP has responsibility, authority, and accountability for the provision of care through supervision by and collaboration with a physician. The APP manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members. The role of the APP encompasses the beginnings of leadership, partnership, collaboration, and supervision. The APP establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. The APP begins to demonstrate a commitment to the community and to their healthcare profession.

The successful candidate will be placed according to years and months of experience for employment purposes.

Responsibilities:

• Applies basic professional practice knowledge and skills appropriate for practice setting. Communicates effectively, both verbally and in documentation. Demonstrates critical thinking in all areas of professional practice. Learns to incorporate acceptable standards of professional practice as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction. Formulates a plan of care that considers individual patient needs. Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice. Seeks guidance and asks questions to continuously improve professional practice. Builds relationships with patients, families, and colleagues. Identifies ethical situations within patient care or within the workplace and seeks assistance. Professionally accepts assignments that gradually increase patient load and complexity.
• Actively engages in clinical development of all members of the healthcare team. Requests opportunities to learn advanced professional practice techniques from senior healthcare team members. Seeks, accepts, and utilizes performance feedback from peers, preceptors, and unit/department Leaders as a learning opportunity and to improve practice. Demonstrates enthusiasm for continuous learning and identifies and creates a plan for the continuation of learning and development. Identifies patient and family needs for education and provides basic education to support the episode of care. Seeks professional development and involvement through membership in a professional organization and/or reading professional literature on a regular basis.
• Demonstrates a basic knowledge of research, how it affects practice and who/what resources are available to assist with evidence-based practice by asking questions, demonstrating interest, participating in journal clubs. Clinical practice demonstrates knowledge of how quality and innovation impacts patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical quality outcomes. Identifies opportunities for improvement in the clinical area.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Begins to demonstrate awareness of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.
• Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care. Makes recommendations for the improvement of clinical care and the health of the workplace and welcomes and participates in change initiatives. Leads by investing and building healthy relationships among colleagues and other disciplines. Shows the ability to set priorities. Begins to serve as an engaged member of a team supporting colleagues in service to patients and families and may participate in task forces or other initiatives.
  
  

Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP):

• The successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program is required
• BSN, MSN is preferred
• Professional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience is preferred
• Current state RN license and CRNP certification are required
• National certification, eligible for licensure by Pennsylvania board of nursing, eligible for certification as a CRNP by Pennsylvania state board of nursing
• Current CPR certification is required
• Act 33 Clearance will be required
• Act 73 Clearance will be required
• Act 34 Clearance required
  
  

Physician Assistant (PA):

• A graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) is required
• BS or MS candidate is preferred
• Experience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting is preferred
• Current state PA license certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required
• Current CPR certification is required
• Act 33 Clearance will be required
• Act 73 Clearance will be required
• Act 34 Clearance required
  
  

Senior Level

• Minimum 3 years of experience or Completion of a post-graduate residency
• The successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner or a graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) program is required
• BSN, MSN preferred for CRNP, BS or MS preferred for PA
• Completion of National Certification
• Must achieve a Solid/Strong/Good performance rating or higher on annual performance evaluation for consideration and to maintain status annually
• Completion of an OAPP approved professional contribution within one year of hire or promotion into the position.
• Must have department chair approval for promotion
• ACLS orITLS orNALS orPALS orACLS or other certifications listed must meet AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
  
  

OAPP: If practicing in an outpatient or other non-inpatient setting, APPs can use one of the certifications above or use a business unit approved certification which is relevant, and value added to the practice setting.

This position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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