Job Description:
The START Center for Cancer Care has an exciting opening to work with one of our Medical Oncologists/Hematologists.
The Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant, 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. The NP/PA supports and adheres to company policies, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
- 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
Current NP or PA license issued by the Texas State Board.
At least 1 - 3 years of experience.
