Weekend Oncology Infusion PA - Advanced Cancer Care

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 233,000 - 285,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide patient care in the Infusion Center and outpatient oncology settings. You will collaborate with attending oncologists, manage toxicities from antineoplastic therapies, and participate in Same-Day Cancer Services as needed.

The role emphasizes advanced clinical judgment in a fast-paced oncology environment, with weekend coverage primarily and opportunities for broader coverage as required.

Qualifications

• Requires graduate of ARC-PA approved PA program.
• California PA license and NCCPA certification.
• Experience in hematology/oncology infusion or related settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care for oncology patients in infusion and outpatient settings.
• Manage toxicities and adverse events from IV therapies.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary care teams and educate patients/families.
• Weekend coverage with potential for weekday/holiday shifts.

Skills

ARC-PA approved PA program

CA PA license

NCCPA certification

ART/BLS/CPR and ACLS

2+ years hematology/oncology infusion

oncology care coordination

clinical assessment & documentation

effective communication

flexibility with weekend shifts

Education

ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program

Tools

N/A

Job description

UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide patient care in the Infusion Center and outpatient oncology settings. You will collaborate with attending oncologists, manage toxicities from antineoplastic therapies, and participate in Same-Day Cancer Services as needed.

The role emphasizes advanced clinical judgment in a fast-paced oncology environment, with weekend coverage primarily and opportunities for broader coverage as required.