Oncology NP/PA

Market Street Staffing•Seattle, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an ongoing coverage need for an Oncology Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in an outpatient setting. The role involves managing a patient load of approximately 16 patients per day (PPD) and collaborating with a team of 5 physicians. The position is full-time, operating Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no weekend or call responsibilities. The patient population includes adults and geriatrics. The facility utilizes the EPIC EMR system, and credentialing typically takes 30 days.

Requirements

Active Washington licensure
Board certification
AHA BLS certification
Minimum 1-year Oncology experience or equivalent
Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in Washington
National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners [AANP])
Active and unencumbered physician assistant (PA) license in Washington
National certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics)
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree from an accredited program
While specific requirements may vary, most locum APP positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty

Nice To Haves

Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients
Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions
Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload
Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Order and interpret diagnostic tests
Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions
Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices
Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and APP specialty
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care
Document patient care accurately and thoroughly