Full Job Description
This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position supporting our Medical Oncology physicians in the West Valley. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with our physicians and clinical team to provide comprehensive hematology and oncology care, including patient evaluations, treatment planning, ongoing management, and coordination of care.
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday
General Duties & Responsibilities:
• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical histories and physical examinations.
• Order, review, and interpret appropriate laboratory tests, imaging, and diagnostic studies.
• Establish working diagnoses based on clinical findings and diagnostic results.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for hematology and oncology patients in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Monitor patient progress, assess treatment responses, and adjust care plans as appropriate.
• Manage treatment-related symptoms, side effects, and supportive care needs.
• Provide ongoing follow-up care and patient education.
• Collaborate closely with oncologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity and coordination of care.
• Recognize conditions requiring physician consultation, additional evaluation, or referral to other specialists.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Hospital Duties & Responsibilities (As Applicable):
• Conduct hospital rounds and evaluate patients requiring hematology/oncology consultation or ongoing management.
• Assess patient conditions and order appropriate laboratory studies, diagnostic testing, medications, and therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with attending oncologists and hospital care teams to coordinate patient treatment.
• Assist with discharge planning and ensure appropriate outpatient follow-up.
• Complete required hospital documentation, including discharge summaries when applicable.
• Evaluate and provide appropriate clinical recommendations for hospitalized patients in conjunction with the supervising physician.
Requirements
Education & Experience:
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Master's degree in Nursing or an equivalent Physician Assistant degree.
• Current, unrestricted Arizona NP or PA license.
• Current DEA registration, as applicable.
• Previous hematology/oncology experience preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Compassionate, patient-centered attitude with a commitment to providing high-quality care.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple patient care priorities.
Compensation & Benefits:
Palo Verde Cancer Specialists offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our team members.
Benefits include:
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Full-time, Monday-Friday work schedule.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employer-provided medical malpractice insurance.
• Supportive, collaborative physician and APP team.
• Opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and their families.
