UVA Health is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join the Malignant Hematology ambulatory Advanced Practice Provider (APP) team at the UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville, Virginia. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a highly collaborative, academic environment within the UVA School of Medicine's Division of Hematology-Oncology/Medical Oncology and UVA Health's Center for Advanced Practice, caring for patients with complex acute and chronic hematologic malignancies.
Following a structured four-month onboarding program, the APP will build toward eight independent clinic sessions per week (32 clinical hours) in a practice model that emphasizes autonomy with strong physician support. Clinical responsibilities include comprehensive patient evaluation, development and management of individualized treatment plans, monitoring and management of therapy-related toxicities, care coordination, and patient and caregiver education. Procedural responsibilities include performing bone marrow biopsies and skin biopsies, with ongoing procedural skill development supported by the team.
Key selling points of this position include:
-Ambulatory-based schedule with Monday-Friday daytime hours
-No routine nights, weekends, or call
-Practice within Virginia's only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center
-Exposure to cutting-edge therapies, including clinical trials, cellular therapy, and transplantation
-Strong culture of professional development, education, and quality improvement
-Independent practice model with robust interdisciplinary collaboration
This role is ideal for an APP seeking a balance of clinical independence, academic engagement, and team-based support in a fast-paced oncology setting.
Application materials: A CV is required; a cover letter is encouraged to further describe interest and alignment with the role.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Prior clinical experience as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in hematology, oncology, or malignant hematology, preferably in an academic or ambulatory specialty setting
-Demonstrated experience managing complex, high-acuity patient populations with acute and chronic disease states
-Experience with or willingness to be trained in bone marrow biopsies and skin biopsies
-Ability to practice with a high level of clinical independence while collaborating effectively with supervising physicians and interdisciplinary team members
-Strong skills in clinical assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making
-Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and healthcare team members
-Experience working within a multidisciplinary care model
-Familiarity with Epic (EPIC) electronic medical record preferred
-Commitment to evidence-based practice, continuous professional development, and quality improvement initiatives
-Interest in academic medicine, including participation in education, research, or process improvement activities
Administration
-Participate in a structured four-month onboarding process with progressive independence.
-Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the Epic EMR in compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements.
-Coordinate care logistics, including scheduling of tests, procedures, and referrals.
-Assist with APP coverage within the malignant hematology ambulatory team.
-Adhere to infection control protocols when caring for immunocompromised patients.
Professional
-Practice in a model emphasizing independent clinical decision-making with physician collaboration.
-Engage in continuous professional development and evidence-based practice.
-Demonstrate strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
-Provide compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals with acute and chronic hematologic malignancies.
-Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical research protocols as appropriate.
Clinical
-Manage eight independent ambulatory clinic sessions (4 hours per session).
-Perform and document comprehensive histories and physical exams.
-Develop differential diagnoses and individualized treatment plans in collaboration with attending hematologists.
-Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic tests and imaging studies related to hematologic malignancies.
-Prescribe and manage pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies, adjusting plans based on patient response.
-Monitor and manage side effects and complications of chemotherapy, targeted therapies, and immunotherapies.
-Perform bone marrow biopsies and skin biopsies.
-Provide patient and family education regarding disease processes, treatments, side effects, prognosis, and survivorship.
-Identify and initiate appropriate sub-specialty consultations.
Leadership
-Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team of physicians, APPs, nurses, pharmacists, therapists, and leadership.
-Professionally lead and support other members of the care team in a dynamic clinical environment.
-Contribute to a culture of teamwork, accountability, and high-quality care delivery.
-Engage in process improvement efforts to enhance clinical efficiency and patient outcomes.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree.
Experience: Department and unit specific.
Licensure: License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Associate, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, and Certified Nurse Midwife) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The starting base rate for this role is $116,123.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
