Oncology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Seeking a full-time, Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to work in our Cancer Center. Our comprehensive community cancer center manages patients in multiple settings: cancer clinic, inpatient, emergency room, and telehealth. Working collaboratively with physician and nurse partners to provide patient and family-centered care. M-F 8:00am 4:30pm, no weeknight call, one weekend per month on call coverage.


Description:

Under the direction of the Medical Director and/or physician, the Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) provides healthcare services to patients by following established standards, procedures and practices in their area of specialty. Obtains detailed history and performs physical or psychological examinations. Performs or orders X-rays, electrocardiograms, laboratory tests and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets results. Administers such therapeutic procedures as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care. Provides physicians with assistance during surgery or medical procedures. Instructs patients on prescribed therapeutic regimens, home care and health maintenance. Evaluates outcomes of direct patient care and consults with other specialists as required. Maintains required records and writes progress notes on patient charts as to status, treatments and procedures. Provides preventative health care services to long-term patients and arranges consultations and referrals.

Minimum Education:

Masters Degree in Nursing or Graduate of an American Medical Association approved Physician Assistant educational program.

Minimum Work Experience:

• 2 years of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant experience in specialty area of Oncology / Cancer Centers

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed with the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation with advanced certification by a national certifying organization recognized by the Vermont Nursing Board s scope of practice. OR
• Licensed by the Vermont Medical Board with certification by a national certifying organization recognized by the Vermont Medical Board for scope of practice.