Oncology - Nurse Practitioner

CHOC Specialists•Orange, CA

3d•$141,000 - $233,000

About The Position

CHOC Specialists, in conjunction with Rady Children’s Health-Orange County, is seeking a qualified advanced practice pediatric oncology provider for an outpatient solid tumor oncology role. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will serve as a clinical expert supporting the management of pediatric patients with solid tumors. Under the direction of the Attending Physician and within established standardized procedures and protocols, the APP will evaluate, diagnose, and treat solid tumor oncology patients in an outpatient setting. The APP will help develop and implement care plans for patients in the outpatient clinic or infusion center and collaborate with a multidisciplinary oncology team. The role also includes providing consultation and education to patients and their families. This is a full-time position, though 0.8 FTE may be considered. Work is 100% outpatient, primarily in clinic with occasional infusion center coverage. The schedule is Monday through Friday in 8-hour shifts, with no nights, weekends, or call.

Requirements

California licensed and certified Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
At least two years of bedside experience in direct oncology care.
Demonstrated expertise in oncology.
Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner experience is desired, particularly experience managing patients with solid tumors.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat pediatric solid tumor oncology patients in an outpatient setting.
Assist in developing and implementing plans of care for patients in the outpatient clinic or infusion center.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary oncology team.
Provide consultation and education to patients and their families.