Upstate Cancer Center Advanced Practice Provider

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

SUNY Upstate Cancer Center is seeking a highly skilled Advanced Practice Provider to collaborate with a physician in delivering hematology/oncology care. You will perform comprehensive health assessments, manage treatment plans, and support chemotherapy administration for adult patients.

This part-time 32-hour-per-week (0.8 FTE) position emphasizes teamwork, quality improvement, and adherence to university policies.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, or will be eligible by time of appointment.
• NY Licensed/Registered NP or PA.
• Current National Certification.
• Have an NPI number and be Medicare enrolled with a Medicare Identification Number (or eligible within 6 months).
• Must successfully pass pre-employment and credentialing clearances.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and follow-up visits.
• Initiate and complete treatment plans, including chemotherapy.
• Manage in-basket and ensure quality care for hematology/oncology patients.
• Submit prescription refills, disability paperwork, treatment plan signing, and infusion coverage.
• Order interventions based on clinical assessments.
• Consult with physician on abnormal findings and assist in planning and ordering care.
• Participate in quality improvements with teams and committees.

Skills

Oncology APP experience

Inpatient APP experience

Education

Master's Degree NP or PA

NYS Licensed/Registered NP or PA

National Certification

NPI and Medicare enrollment (or eligible)

Credentialing clearances

Job description

Job Summary:

SUNY Upstate Cancer Center is seeking a highly skilled and motivated The Advanced Practice Provider to work with a collaborating physician to provide care for Hematology/Oncology patients.

As an Upstate Cancer Center APP you will be responsible for:

• Comprehensive health assessments, conducting follow-up visits.
• Initiating, and completing treatment plans and continuing chemotherapy treatments.
• Managing the in-basket and ensuring quality care of this patient population.
• Submitting prescription refills, disability paperwork, treatment plan signing and infusion coverage.
• Ordering interventions based on clinical assessments.
• Consult with physician for abnormal findings as appropriate and assist in planning and ordering care and treatment for patients requiring triage.
• APP will actively participate in quality improvements working on teams and committees.

As an APP, you will be an integral member of the healthcare team, demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to Upstate’s mission, vision, and values, while adhering to all institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (or graduated from an accredited PA program) or will be eligible by time of appointment.
• NYS Licensed/Registered NP or PA.
• Current National Certification consistent to the clinical practice.
• Have a NPI number and be Medicare enrolled with a Medicare Identification Number (or PTAN) (or eligible for Medicare Enrollment within 6 months of hire.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment and credentialing clearances.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years Oncology APP experience
• 1-2 years Inpatient APP experience

Work Days:

Monday - Friday, Days

*Position is Part-Time-32 Hours per Week, .80 FTE.*

Message to Applicants:

In return for your dedication and commitment to provide outstanding care you’ll receive:

• Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Choice of several outstanding health insurance benefits.
• Well-being plans that include Adoption Assistance, Student Loan Relief Services, Tuition Assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources