Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Palo Verde Hematology Oncology LTD • Glendale, AZ

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About The Position

Palo Verde Cancer Specialists is seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its provider team. This full-time, Monday-through-Friday position supports Medical Oncology physicians in the West Valley. The Advanced Practice Provider works collaboratively with physicians and the clinical team to provide comprehensive hematology and oncology care, including patient evaluations, treatment planning, ongoing management, and coordination of care. The role may also include hospital responsibilities, as applicable.

The organization describes its approach as patient-centered and offers a supportive, collaborative environment. The position includes opportunities to provide compassionate, personalized care and build long-term relationships with patients and their families.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Master's degree in Nursing or an equivalent Physician Assistant degree.
• Current, unrestricted Arizona NP or PA license.
• Current DEA registration, as applicable.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Compassionate, patient-centered attitude and commitment to high-quality care.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple patient care priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hematology/oncology experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical histories and physical examinations.
• Order, review, and interpret appropriate laboratory tests, imaging, and diagnostic studies.
• Establish working diagnoses based on clinical findings and diagnostic results.
• Develop and implement individualized hematology and oncology treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Monitor patient progress, assess treatment responses, and adjust care plans as appropriate.
• Manage treatment-related symptoms, side effects, and supportive care needs.
• Provide ongoing follow-up care and patient education.
• Collaborate with oncologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity and coordination of care.
• Recognize conditions requiring physician consultation, additional evaluation, or referral to other specialists.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• As applicable, conduct hospital rounds and evaluate patients requiring hematology/oncology consultation or ongoing management.
• Assess hospitalized patients and order appropriate laboratory studies, diagnostic testing, medications, and therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with attending oncologists and hospital care teams to coordinate patient treatment.
• Assist with discharge planning and ensure appropriate outpatient follow-up.
• Complete required hospital documentation, including discharge summaries when applicable.
• Provide clinical recommendations for hospitalized patients in conjunction with the supervising physician.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employer-provided medical malpractice insurance.
• Supportive, collaborative physician and APP team.
• Opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time