Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)- Outpatient Surgical Oncology

The Ohio State University

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for providing health care services to patients within the parameters of a standard care or supervisory agreement with an attending physician member of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Collaborates with a physician(s) and other clinicians in providing a full scope of patient care. The focus is on preventive health or the management of acute and/or stable chronic conditions. Performs medical services that have been specifically authorized and directed by the credentialing body and the certifying organization through which they hold licensure. The APP provides health care services to patients working in collaboration with a licensed physician member of the medical staff. Healthcare services provided include care during acute and chronic phases of illness, education, and counseling of individuals and families, health promotion and prevention, and referral to other healthcare providers and community resources when appropriate. Provides comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care for surgical oncology patients in both collaborative and independent clinic settings. Performs thorough patient assessments as part of a multidisciplinary team, conducts preoperative evaluations, postoperative follow-up, and long-term surveillance visits. Coordinates care across specialties to ensure seamless treatment planning and continuity of care. Serves as a patient and family educator regarding diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and survivorship. Participates in clinical research activities and supports evidence-based practice initiatives to advance quality oncology care.

Requirements

• Current certificate of authority to practice as an APRN in the State of Ohio
• Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the certification examination of a national certifying organization recognized by the Ohio Board of Nursing
• Master of Science Degree in Nursing
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• Masters Prepared; Graduate of a PA-C program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the certification examination recognized by the National Certification Commission for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Eligibility for State of Ohio licensure as a PA-C
• 0 years of relevant experience required.

Nice To Haves

• 0-2 years of surgery experience preferred.
• 0-2 years of surgery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care for surgical oncology patients in both collaborative and independent clinic settings.
• Performs thorough patient assessments as part of a multidisciplinary team, conducts preoperative evaluations, postoperative follow-up, and long-term surveillance visits.
• Coordinates care across specialties to ensure seamless treatment planning and continuity of care.
• Serves as a patient and family educator regarding diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and survivorship.
• Participates in clinical research activities and supports evidence-based practice initiatives to advance quality oncology care.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

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