Physician Assistant

Overview:

" Texas Oncology requires new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as defined by the CDC, subject to applicable, verified accommodation requests."




Texas Oncology is looking for a Nurse Practitioner Provider to join our team! This position will support the Fort Worth location .

Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600 providers in 220 sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." ® in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.

Why work for us?

Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patients diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.

What does the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position do?

Under supervision or in collaboration with practice physicians, involved in the care of individuals, families and patient groups who are dealing with cancer or other related diagnosis. This care may be in clinic or virtually, via telemedicine. Responsibilities may include duties related to prevention, screening, patient care, management, and research. May serve as direct caregiver, health care consultant, patient educator, administrator, or researcher. Ensures compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards and requirements. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities:

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for patients.

• Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response and prescribes therapies as indicated.

• Performs procedures and /mentors trains other providers

• Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.

• Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.

• Consistently incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice.

• In-depth knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.

• Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion.

• Often provides case management for patients and their families.

• Often serves as a resource for nursing staff by providing information being studied in clinical trials.

• Provides palliative care for the patient and their families as needed.

• As subject matter expert, promotes/provides staff education

• Responsibilities may include rounding at affiliated hospitals and weekend or after-hours calls

• Serves as subject matter expert to the community, providing education and resources as needed

• Likely to supervise the activities of clinical nursing and support staff.

• May serve in practice or network-wide APP leadership role

• May precept APP students

• Mentors new advanced practice providers.

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
• This position typically requires a minimum of 6 years of experience as a practicing Nurse Practitioner, preferably in the chosen specialty.
• RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
• Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
• AOCNP preferred.
• Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.

Texas Oncology is part of the US Oncology Network and 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.