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The US Oncology Network•Washington, DC

About The Position

Under supervision or in collaboration with practice physicians, provides care to individuals, families, and patient groups dealing with cancer or related diagnoses. Care may be provided in a clinic or virtually through telemedicine. Responsibilities may involve prevention, screening, patient care, management, and research. The professional may serve as a direct caregiver, health care consultant, patient educator, administrator, or researcher. Ensures compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards and requirements, and supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards. The listed general pay scale is $89,470.81–$137,647.40. The actual hiring rate depends on factors including work experience, education, responsibilities, location, and work performance. A potential sign-on bonus may be available. The position is entry-level and typically requires 0–3 years of post-MSN experience, preferably in the chosen specialty.

Requirements

For the Nurse Practitioner pathway: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
For the Nurse Practitioner pathway: RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in the practicing state.
For the Nurse Practitioner pathway: Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
For the Physician Assistant pathway: Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
For the Physician Assistant pathway: Current NCCPA certification.
For the Physician Assistant pathway: Current state license as a Physician Assistant in the practicing state.
Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification is required.
Entry-level position typically requiring 0–3 years of post-MSN experience for Nurse Practitioners or 0–3 years of experience as a practicing Physician Assistant.
Ability to meet physical demands including extensive standing and walking, patient handling and lifting, and occasionally lifting or carrying items weighing up to 40 lbs.
Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the chosen specialty is preferred for both Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.

Responsibilities

Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care.
Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient and family responses and prescribes therapies as indicated.
Performs procedures after appropriate training.
Assesses patient and family needs and provides education.
Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
Incorporates developing knowledge of evidence-based research into clinical practice.
Develops knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely manner.
May provide case management for patients and their families, given limited knowledge of community resources.
May promote or provide staff education.
May round at affiliated hospitals and take weekend or after-hours calls.
Ensures compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards and requirements.
Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.