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US Oncology, Inc.•Prescott Valley, AZ

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About The Position

Facing cancer takes great strength and courage. It also takes an exceptional team of caregivers using the most advanced cancer treatment options, clinical trials, and research protocols. We are looking for an Advanced Practice Provider that focuses on bringing understanding and peace to patients and their families during what may seem like a confusing and challenging time. About Us: Our mission is to increase access to and advance the delivery of high-quality cancer care in America. As part of US Oncology, one of the nation's largest healthcare services networks dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research, we can quickly bring the latest advances in cancer care to our patients. Most importantly, we understand the special needs of cancer patients, and are devoted to caring for the whole person, not just the disease. Our physicians and staff treat patients in over 18 locations throughout the state including Flagstaff, Goodyear, Green Valley, Phoenix, Prescott Valley, Scottsdale, and Tucson. Arizona Oncology has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Places to Work in Arizona! To make a difference in someone's life, you don't have to be brilliant, rich, beautiful or perfect. You just have to care.

Requirements

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program for nursing education and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education.
RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
Current state licensure as Nurse Practitioner.
Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Current NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certification.
Current state license as a Physician Assistant in practicing state.
Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.

Nice To Haves

ACON preferred.
Incorporate evidence-based research into clinical practice.
Knowledgeable of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
Knowledge of community resources to meet patient and family needs.
Knowledge of mentoring new mid-level providers.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for individual patients; provide education.
Assist physicians and perform procedures as needed; conduct patient assessments and provide physician with information prior to seeing the patient.
Complete patient office bill.
Initiate and document appropriate interventions; evaluate and record patient/family response within practice protocol; prescribe drug therapies per protocol/physician consultation.
May supervise the activities of clinical nursing and support staff.
Provide case management for oncology clients and their families.