Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP/PA-C) – Hematology and Oncology

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Washington Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology, is seeking a full-time ARNP or PA at the rank of Teaching Associate. The position provides hematologic and oncologic evaluation and medical management for inpatient patients within the Platinum Service at UWMC and Fred Hutch Cancer Center at UWMC-Montlake. The provider cares for patients admitted for cancer-directed therapy, acute illness, and complications related to treatment, underlying disease, and concurrent illness. Clinical work is performed within the provider’s scope of practice and institutional privileges, under attending physician supervision, and in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

This is a 1.0 FTE regular position. Teaching Associate appointments are annual and align with a 12-month service period from July 1 through June 30; subsequent annual appointments may be offered. Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over the 12-month period, with the equivalent of one month available for paid time off. The role includes 12-hour rotating day shifts, covering seven days per week, with some weekend and holiday coverage.

The base salary range is $131,004–$201,456 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. The stated range includes base salary from the UW Physicians practice plan and the University; only University-provided compensation is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. UW Physicians practice-plan compensation may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization. Benefits information is available through the University of Washington jobs website.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Certification as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
• Washington state licensure and DEA licensure required at time of credentialing.
• ACLS certification within three months of hire date.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Electronic Medical Record experience.

Nice To Haves

• One year of ARNP or PA-C experience is strongly preferred.
• Hematology, Oncology, or inpatient experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients admitted for cancer-directed therapy, acute illness, and complications related to therapy, underlying disease, and concurrent illness.
• Perform clinical assessments and manage patients’ medical needs.
• Perform complex and problem-focused histories and physical examinations.
• Round daily with the team and attending physician.
• Evaluate and manage all aspects of care for medical oncology and hematology inpatients.
• Perform procedures, including bone marrow biopsy and lumbar puncture, in accordance with licensure, credentialing, and scope of practice.
• Participate in goals-of-care discussions.
• Collaborate and consult with professional peers, other disciplines, and services as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Communicate changes in patient status, care needs, and urgent issues to outpatient primary oncology teams, and facilitate transitions from inpatient to outpatient care.
• Participate in patient rounds, conferences, and committees.
• Actively participate in clinical aspects of research trials.
• Document patient care data in accordance with UWP policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet dynamic inpatient UWMC needs.

Benefits

• Paid time off equivalent to one month over the 12-month service period.
• Benefits information is available through the University of Washington; separate benefits may be available through the UW Physicians practice plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level