Physician assistant (Oncology)- Salem, OR
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Physician assistant (Oncology)- Salem, OR
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Schedule options:
4 days per week (4/10s)
5 days per week (5/8s)
Setting: Inpatient & Outpatient Oncology
Bonus: $10,000 sign-on (Over first pay check)
$5,000 (Retention bonus after 1 year)
Relocation Assistant upto $8,000 (for out of state Providers)
Position Summary:
We are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join a collaborative oncology care team. The APP will provide direct patient care under physician supervision, including evaluating new patients, managing individuals undergoing treatment, and monitoring patients after treatment completion.
Key Responsibilities:
• Evaluate and manage oncology patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Conduct patient interviews, physical examinations, and review medical histories.
• Identify patient care issues and assist physicians in treatment planning.
• Provide recommendations regarding treatment options and care plans.
• Implement physician directives and treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on treatment regimens and care plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and laboratory studies.
• Prescribe medications and manage refills.
• Conduct chemotherapy education and consent visits.
• Perform survivorship visits and toxicity assessments.
Qualifications:
• National certification as ANP, FNP, GNP, or PA-C
• Ability to obtain or maintain an Oregon State APRN or PA license
• Minimum 2+ years of clinical experience preferred
Preferred:
• Oncology experience as an APP
• Oncology nursing experience for new APP candidates
• DEA license
Benefits:
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• CME reimbursement
• Childcare reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Malpractice coverage
• Professional membership reimbursement
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonus
• Retention bonus