Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Hematology

Allina Health System•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. The Allina Health Cancer Institute is being built upon the outstanding foundation of Allina’s current cancer program, widely recognized for its clinical expertise, care coordination, and compassionate approach to care. Some of the program’s strengths include: >50,000 cancer patients cared for annually, including 7,000 new cases each year. #1 in inpatient cancer surgery in the Twin Cities - a product of Allina’s surgical oncology practice. #1 breast cancer program in the Twin Cities, caring for 1,400 newly diagnosed patients each year. Over 20 oncology nurse navigators supporting patients and families throughout their cancer journeys. 17 locations throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin. Key Position Details: The Allina Health Cancer Institute is seeking a Hematology Advanced Practice Provider to join our growing team. Full-time position. Monday- Friday business hours. This is an inpatient/outpatient position caring for patients in the hospital and clinic. In addition, this role will cover the infusion center and survivorship visits. The role will manage hematology patients including acute leukemia, lymphoma, benign hematology and our expanding BMT/CAR-T program. Rounding every 6th weekend is part of the responsibilities. Team includes two Hematologists and 4 Advanced Practice Providers. Position is located in Minneapolis at Abbott Northwestern Hospital. Job Description: Provides help with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations as part of a Physician/Physician Assistant team in accordance with the designated specialty. Works in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently or as part of a treatment team. Serves as an educator, case manager, consultant to staff and multidisciplinary health care team.

Requirements

Master's degree - Completion of accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
Licensed Physician Assistant - MN Board of Medical Practice required upon hire ( NP"s)
Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification within specialty or Certified Physician Assistant (NCCPA) - National Commission Certification of Physician Assistants within specialty required upon hire.
MN NP/PA license required upon hire.
BLS required within 180 Days
Drug Enforcement Administration required upon hire
Medium Work: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Nice To Haves

New Graduates may be considered.
Minimum 2 years experience in Oncology/Hematology

Responsibilities

Provides clinical care for patients
Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
Refers for specialty care when determined.
Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Physician Assistant scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.
Participates in health care team
Promotes communication within the team and other interdisciplinary health care staff.
Acts as resource to members of the team.
Works with primary care team for program development.
Acts as liaison with outside agencies as needed.
Collaborates with hospital staff by consulting and rounding on patients if designated by the specialty.
Other duties as assigned.