Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Job Accountabilities

Conducts comprehensive visits with patient and obtains medical histories Identifies and records pertinent progress of patients, updating and summarizing charts, changing orders when appropriate and notifying the responsible physician of changes in patients’ conditions Performs appropriate physical examinations Provides continuity of care in the management of complex illnesses under the supervision of a physician. Develops and implements patient management plans, including the coordination of referrals to specialty and social services Oversees chemotherapy/infusion patients and monitors for reactions Manage side effects of therapy Directly performs or orders appropriate diagnostic studies Initiates consultations and monitors scheduling of patients for diagnostics studies Performs and/or interprets common laboratory, radiological, and other routine diagnostic testing Writes appropriate medication prescriptions Document clinical encounters and ensure compliance with regulatory standards Provide patient and family education on diagnosis, treatment options, and expectations Participate in survivorship planning and end-of-life care discussions Maintains compliance with established department policies and procedures, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control and complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies. Participates in in-service education programs and professional associations.

Additional Information

Required Education: Graduate degree from an accredited PA or NP program. Master’s degree and focus in oncology required. Required Experience: At least 3–5 years of direct patient care experience. Oncology field required. Required Skills: Exceptional communication, organization, and time management skills; ability to triage multiple tasks efficiently; skilled at navigating complex situations with clear communication and strong follow-up; effectively deliver high-touch patient care; proficiency in Epic preferred.

For the safety and health of employees, guests, and patients, the Ellison Medical Institute may mandate vaccination requirements for employment. The Ellison Medical Institute's policies are always subject to review and change to ensure they are appropriate under the circumstances.

• The Ellison Medical Institute is an equal opportunity employer.
• We believe that an inclusive, collaborative team environment is just as important to our mission as stethoscopes and microscopes.
• We strive to always provide employees a supportive atmosphere, so they feel confident taking creative risks toward innovation.
• The Ellison Medical Institute values emotional intelligence and communication with empathy and respect for others.
• We seek to build a diverse group of people who are curious, have a deep sense of responsibility, and the grit needed to achieve excellence.