Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)
Portland, OR 
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Posted 87 months ago
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Job Description
Compass Oncology, the largest multi-specialty medical oncology practice in the Pacific Northwest, is seeking an experienced GynOnc Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our team, at our West office located in Portland, Oregon! If you are a dedicated, team-oriented, patient-centered individual looking for an opportunity where you are proud of what you do, work hard, have fun, want to learn and go home at the end of the day knowing you made a difference in the lives of our patients; Compass Oncology is the place for you! 

Nurse Practitioner SCOPE:
Provides primary care in collaborative joint practice with the physicians to oncology patients. Scope of responsibility includes expert practitioner, educator/teacher, care management, consultant, nurse researcher, and nurse leader. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Nurse Practitioner ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care for individual patients.
  • Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response within practice protocol; prescribes drug therapies per protocol/physician consultation.
  • Assists physicians and performs procedures as needed; conducts patient assessments and provides physician with information prior to seeing the patient.
  • Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.
  • Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
  • Promotes/provides staff education.
  • Incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice.
  • Knowledgeable of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
  • Completes patient charge tickets.
  • Provides case management for oncology clients and their families.
  • Serves as a resource person for the nursing staff by providing information being studied in clinical trials.
  • May supervise the activities of clinical nursing and support staff.
  • May mentor new mid-level providers.
Nurse Practitioner MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program for nursing education and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Minimum of three (3) years post MSN experience in oncology nursing.
  • Experience and knowledge in the management of the physiologic and psychological effects of cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment. RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
  • Current state certification of Nurse Practitioner.
  • Current CPR certification required.
  • AOCN certification required.
Physician Assistant SCOPE:
Under supervision of the physician, provides primary care in collaborative joint practice with the physicians to patients and/or family members in the hospital setting on a regular basis, and within the practice setting as requested by physicians. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Physician Assistant ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care for individual patients.
  • Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response within practice protocol; prescribes drug therapies per protocol/physician consultation.
  • Assists physicians and performs procedures as needed; conducts patient assessments and provides physician with information prior to seeing the patient.
  • Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.
  • Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
  • Promotes/provides staff education.
  • Incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice.
  • Knowledgeable of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
  • Completes patient charge tickets.
  • May mentor new mid-level providers.
Physician Assistant MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
  • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a practicing Physician Assistant.
  • Prefer previous experience in oncology.
  • Current state license as a Physician Assistant in practicing state.
  • BCLS.
To learn more about Compass Oncology and it's daily mission, please visit our website at www.CompassOncology.com. 

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Category:  Advanced Practice Providers

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The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

 

Position No Longer Available
Job Summary
Start Date
Immediatly
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Salary and Benefits
Depends on experience
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off and MORE!
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3+ years
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