Physician Assistant- Surgical Oncology

Allina Health System • Minneapolis, MN

10d • Onsite

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. Allina Health Cancer Institute Highlights: Hybrid model blending academic-level medicine with the accessibility of a community-based practice Over 80 highly trained oncology specialists, including medical, radiation, and surgical oncologists Seventeen comprehensive cancer care locations across Minnesota and western Wisconsin Industry-leading integrative oncology and high-risk cancer surveillance programs Accreditation from ACS, CoC, NAPBC, and APEx for quality, excellence, and safety Key Position Details: Join Our Team at Allina Health Cancer Institute! We are seeking a Surgical Oncology Physician Assistant to become an integral part of our dynamic surgical team. Position Highlights: Full-Time role based at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, with occasional coverage at other metro Allina Health Cancer Institute locations. Schedule: Monday–Friday, with weekend rounding approximately 1 in every 7 weeks. Primary Responsibilities: Serve as a key member of the surgical team, with a primary focus in the Operating Room (OR) supporting procedures in: Breast Surgery Surgical Oncology Hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) Thoracic Surgery Urology Gynecology Provide some inpatient rounding across these multidisciplinary surgical specialties. 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 program.
• Licensed Physician Assistant - MN Board of Medical Practice required upon hire
• ACLS-BLS Tier 2 - Multisource required within 180 Days
• Certification as Physician Assistant - NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) required upon hire
• 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 of 2 years of experience in surgical oncology/surgical role preferred.

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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

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