NP or PA- Ambulatory MGB Cancer Institute- Malignant and Classical Hematology - Waltham- MGH

Mass General Brigham • Waltham, MA

2d • $126,838 - $173,867 • Onsite

About The Position

The NP or PA provides ambulatory care for patients with malignant and classical hematologic conditions at the Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute’s Waltham campus. Working with an interdisciplinary team, the APP promotes collaboration among providers, nurses, and administrative staff to support continuity of care. The role includes direct and indirect patient care, professional role modeling, and contributing to team development through teaching, committee work, and quality and safety initiatives. The clinician is expected to provide thorough, compassionate, culturally sensitive care and demonstrate flexibility, leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

The position is onsite in Waltham and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, arranged as four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday. Procedural training will be provided as needed for medical oncology-specific procedures.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nursing or a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies.
• Experience as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant; 1–2 years is preferred.
• Skilled in taking medical histories, assessing medical conditions, and interpreting findings.
• Ability to maintain quality-control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of advanced practice and medical oncology experience.
• Prior oncology registered-nurse experience for NP applicants.
• Proficiency with Epic and other EMRs.
• Epic In-Basket management and telemedicine experience.
• Familiarity with clinical trials.
• Registered Nurse [RN - MA] credential.
• Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [MA] credential, or Physician Assistant—Massachusetts credential.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient histories and physical examinations; discuss findings with the collaborating team.
• Coordinate laboratory results and document clinical findings, orders, nursing instructions, and other required information in the EMR.
• Use advanced practice expertise to identify, prevent, and address complex or recurring hematology patient-care problems.
• Follow and manage patients in collaboration with physicians to support continuity of care.
• Perform or oversee agreed-upon specialized procedures for the relevant oncology or classical hematology patient population.
• Collaborate with staff and physicians to develop comprehensive care plans, coordinate resources, write appropriate orders, improve access, establish care-delivery goals, participate in clinical research, and manage communications among physicians, patients, families, and staff.
• Consider complex medication interactions and write orders, including antineoplastic orders, in accordance with current guidelines.
• Coordinate diagnostic procedures and appointments with other services, communicate test results to patients, and provide team coverage.
• Educate patients about medical oncology or classical hematology issues associated with therapy.
• Interpret radiology, pathology, and laboratory findings and understand the complex medical needs of cancer patients, including those with advanced malignancy or organ dysfunction.
• Provide consultation to nurses and physicians and serve as a resource in areas of expertise.
• Serve on appropriate intra- and interdepartmental committees and participate in educational programs for nursing and support staff.
• Monitor patient outcomes against defined standards and identify system-wide contributors to undesirable outcomes, including complications and overuse of services.
• Support and conduct research, evaluate research findings for applicability to clinical practice, and assist nursing and medical colleagues with research efforts.
• Evaluate personal practice and program effectiveness and identify patient-care or health-delivery problems for investigation.
• Maintain professional growth, required credentials, position-specific standards, and current clinical knowledge and skills; identify personal learning needs and goals.
• Take leadership roles and participate in committees and task forces within patient care services and the hospital.
• Obtain procedural proficiency for medical oncology-specific procedures as needed; training is provided.
• Provide direct care, counseling, and teaching; perform histories and physical examinations; order, interpret, and evaluate tests; develop care and follow-up plans; document care; perform appropriate bedside procedures; and order medications and write prescriptions in accordance with organizational and regulatory policies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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