Surgical Breast Oncology Advanced Practice Provider

Novant Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health Medical Group in Charlotte, NC seeks an Oncology Surgical Breast Advanced Practice Provider to deliver primary care and perform selective procedures under physician direction. The role encompasses history, exam, risk assessment, breast ultrasound, and coordinated follow-up care within a multidisciplinary team.

The candidate will manage breast-related conditions, perform defined procedures, and collaborate with medical oncology, plastic surgery, and genetics to optimize patient

Qualifications

• Master's degree from NCCPA-accredited PA program or NP program.
• Current PA or NP license in appropriate state; NCCPA or state nursing board registry; BLS, DEA as required.
• RNFA certification required for NP applicants when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform directed history and physical exam for new breast patients.
• Assess breast cancer risk using risk tools.
• Evaluate and manage common breast complaints (pain, mass, mastitis, etc.).
• Acquire and use basic breast ultrasound skills.
• Perform basic breast procedures (punch biopsy, drain removal, abscess I&D, seroma aspiration, injections).
• Provide follow-up for patients at elevated lifetime risk of breast cancer.
• Refer to medical oncology, plastic surgery, genetics as needed.
• Communicate results and recommendations to patients.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Pharmacology knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree (PA/NP)

NCCPA license/certification

RNFA certification (NP)

Job description

What We Offer

Novant Health Medical Group is looking for a compassionate, caring Oncology Surgical Breast Advanced Practice Provider to provide primary health care and perform selective medical services under the direction of practice physicians.

Our specialists are committed to working with you and the rest of your care team to create a personalized treatment plan that is designed with you in mind. Our expert clinicians provide the latest treatments or management of medical oncology conditions as well as hematologic conditions.

Position Overview

• Perform directed history and physicial exam for new breast patients
• Assess breast cancer risk using available risk assessment tools.
• Evaluate and manage common breast complaints such as breast pain, nipple drainage, breast mass, mastitis, etc.
• Evaluate and develop a risk management plan for patients at increased breast cancer risk.
• Acquire and use basic breast ultrasound skills.
• Perform basic breast procedures such as punch biopsy, drain removal, abcess I&D, seroma aspiration, injection of lesions.
• Provide ongoing follow-up for patients at elevated lifetime risk of breast cancer.
• Provide follow-up for other benign breast conditions as needed.
• Refer to other specialties as needed (medical oncology, plastic surgery, genetics, etc.)
• Call patients with results of and recommendations from imaging and biopsies.
• Support both Inpatient and Outpatient patient care.

Novant Health benefits

• NH Medical Group employed
• Medical and Retirement Benefits
• CME Allowance
• System wide EHR-Epic
• Malpractice
• Work-Life balance

Novant Health Medical Group

• One of the largest medical groups in the nation.
• Offers resiliency training for providers and team members to prevent burnout.
• Established the ODYSSEY program to enhance the new physician and APP experience by empowering our providers to connect, explore and evolve within a culture of continuous learning and teamwork to build a high performing provider network.
• Instituted an APP Council that partners with leaders to improve APP clinical performance and consistency, create a community of practice that enhances experience, engagement, and growth, fully integrate APPs into the care team, and set standards for APP practice.
• Is nationally recognized for advanced care and one of the largest community based, non-profit healthcare systems.
• Is well known for being physician-led and physician-driven. For example, our physicians are in every area of leadership across the organization. That means every strategic discussion has physicians at the table, and every market partners a physician leader with an administrator. The result is a focus on the details that are important to physicians.

What does it mean to be a part of Novant Health?

• A commitment to patient centered care and our model of spending more time with each patient, and creating a seamless system of care for our patients are the foundations of our success
• Sharing a philosophy of putting high value on the patient experience
• Novant Health is an integrated network of physician clinics, outpatient facilities and hospitals that delivers a seamless and convenient healthcare experience to communities in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.
• The Novant Health network consists of more than 1,800 physicians and over 35,000 employees who provide care at nearly 800 locations, including 15 hospitals and hundreds of outpatient facilities and physician clinics.
• In 2022, Novant Health was included on Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers and America’s Best-in-State Employers list. The Disability Equality Index also named Novant Health on its Best Places to Work list.
• In 2021, Novant Health reported $1.1 billion in total community benefit, including $192.7 million in financial assistance to members of the communities we serve.

At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities.

Join us, and let’s transform healthcare together.

#MakeHealthcareRemarkable #JoinTeamAubergine #NHMGAPPs

What You'll Do

It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.

• Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.
• The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
• All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".

What We're Looking For

Education: Master's Degree required. Either a graduate of an NCCPA accredited physician assistant program, or NP or postMaster’sNP program required. RNFA Certification Required for NP applicants.

Experience: Oneto three yearsof experienceinHematology/Oncology preferred. Surical and Breast Oncology Experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current PA or NP license in appropriate state required. NCCPA or registry with state nursing board, BLS, DEA registry required.

Additional Skills Required: Ability to successfully complete generic and depart-specific skills validation and competency testing; Thorough knowledge of diagnosis, and pharmacology; Thorough skill in physical assessment and management of chronic illness; Communication skills, both verbal and written; general computer knowledge is preferred; ability to work independently, yet in collaboration when necessary. Ability to use problem-solving, decision making, creative and communication skills. Dedicated to patient rehabilitation and self-care.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

181996