Nurse Practitioner

• Why Join Us?
• The START Center is growing!
• We are pioneering premier Cancer Care for our patients with leading doctors, advanced diagnostics and cutting-edge therapies.
• We offer competitive wages, benefits, and yearly bonus opportunities.
• The growth of our organization and our innovative environment to treat and care for patients that have cancer make us a great match for anyone looking to begin or further their career at a company with a mission that truly impacts lives.

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. Please take the time to fill out an application for each job that you may be interested in. Our wage compensation is not subject to public disclosure at this time, but you can elect to share your salary expectations. The START Center is open weekdays only and we have nine paid holidays as just one of our many benefits.