Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Radiation Oncology
About The Position
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. The Radiation Oncology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will work closely with consultant MDs, residents, APPs, and nurses to provide oncologic care to patients in Radiation Oncology. The Radiation Oncology APP will have an opportunity for both collaborative and independent practice. Roles include comprehensive assessment and diagnosis, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescription of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies, comprehensive patient education, and psychosocial support of the patient and family experiencing cancer. APPs in Radiation Oncology can grow professionally through quality improvement projects, research, committee work, precepting students, and teaching in the Mayo Clinic Health Sciences radiation therapy program. There are numerous educational opportunities within the department, including opportunity to apply for a Career Development award which provides limited tenure protected time for completion of scholarly work. Radiation Oncology APPs receive 0.1 FTE to complete non-visit care/administrative work.
Requirements
- Nurse Practitioner: Masters-prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing and Nurse Practitioner program. Current MN RN and APRN license and certification as an FNP, ANP, or ACNP.
- Physician Assistant: Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program with current PA certification by NCCPA and registration as a PA by the MN State Board of Medical Practice.
- BLS required.
- Must be eligible for DEA registration.
- Applicants should have a very strong interest in oncology.
- Strong written and oral communication skills are required and must have demonstrated skill in working collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team.
- Internal candidates: Please submit a cover letter, resume and your 3 most recent performance appraisals.
- External candidates: Please submit a cover letter, resume and 3 letters of reference.
- New graduate candidates: Please submit 3 letters of reference from preceptors or faculty that can attest to your clinical abilities.
Nice To Haves
- DNP preferred.
Responsibilities
- comprehensive assessment and diagnosis
- ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
- prescription of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies
- comprehensive patient education
- psychosocial support of the patient and family experiencing cancer
- quality improvement projects
- research
- committee work
- precepting students
- teaching in the Mayo Clinic Health Sciences radiation therapy program
- complete non-visit care/administrative work
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
