Advanced Practice Provider (APP)/(PA/NP/APRN)/Medicine/Radiation Oncology/Open Rank (Instructor/Senior Instructor)

University of Colorado • Aurora, CO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology is recruiting for a full time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for the Pediatric Radiation Oncology Section. The section is an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team of clinical care providers and researchers who care for pediatric patients with cancer. These patients receive most of their care at Colorado Children’s Hospital and receive radiation therapy at the University of Colorado Health. At the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine our mission is to provide the highest quality care to patients with all types of cancers and certain benign tumors. The department aims to achieve excellence in professionalism and performance of our services. We seek to create a climate that fosters innovation and allows patients access to the newest cutting-edge treatments. The Department of Radiation Oncology is integrated within the award-winning, nationally celebrated University of Colorado Hospital, within the larger University of Colorado Health system.

Requirements

• Physician Assistant (NCCPA) or Nurse Practitioner (AANP/AANC) Certification.
• Ability to obtain Colorado practice license.
• Ability to obtain prescriptive authority (DEA License).
• BLS certification

Nice To Haves

• 5 years of full time experience caring for pediatric cancer patients
• 2 years of experience caring for pediatric cancer patients
• 2 years of experience working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting
• Familiarity with EPIC (electronic medical record)
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with multiple medical disciplines, patients and families.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with referring physicians, hospital support service personnel, patients, and their families.
• Excellent bedside manner and physical exam skills

Responsibilities

• Care for pediatric patients requiring radiation therapy for a variety of malignant and occasional benign conditions
• New patient consultations in collaboration with the attending physician
• Patient and family education about the process of radiation therapy and potential side effects
• Assessment of patients’, and their families’, clinical and psychosocial needs
• Multi-disciplinary care coordination with colleagues on oncology, surgery, anesthesiology, and child life specialist teams
• Management of side effects related to radiation treatment
• Participation in chart rounds and tumor boards

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed