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

Palo Verde Hematology Oncology LTD • Scottsdale, AZ

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About The Position

Palo Verde Cancer Specialists is seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join its provider team and support Medical Oncology physicians in the East Valley. This full-time, Monday-through-Friday position provides comprehensive hematology and oncology care, including patient evaluations, treatment planning, ongoing management, and coordination of care. The APP works collaboratively with physicians and the clinical team in a supportive, patient-centered environment.

The role includes evaluating patients, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, establishing working diagnoses, developing treatment plans with supervising physicians, monitoring treatment responses, managing symptoms and side effects, providing follow-up care and patient education, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals. Hospital duties may apply and include rounds, consultations, diagnostic and treatment orders, care coordination, discharge planning, follow-up arrangements, and hospital documentation.

Palo Verde Cancer Specialists offers competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan, along with employer-provided medical malpractice insurance and a supportive physician and APP team.

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 providing 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 treatment plans for hematology and oncology patients 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.
• Conduct hospital rounds and evaluate patients requiring hematology/oncology consultation or ongoing management, as applicable.
• 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.
• Evaluate hospitalized patients and provide appropriate clinical recommendations in conjunction with the supervising physician.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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