NP or PA- Radiation Oncology- MGH

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In the Department of Radiation Oncology the advanced practice provider (APP) can expect to have the unique opportunity to work collaboratively with the radiation oncology physicians while also practicing independently within the Cancer Centers. While the APP can expect a relatively predictable work schedule planned whenever possible scheduling variations may occur to cover clinical needs as they become apparent to the department/division/clinic.
Responsibilities for the APP in radiation oncology specific to this role include the following:
Primary role supporting follow up service for sarcoma radiation oncology patients providing time-intensive expert supportive care to patients while on treatment and in routine post-treatment follow up visits
Act as secondary APP for pediatric radiation oncology service providing time-intensive expert supportive care to pediatric patients while on treatment and during routine post-treatment follow up visits
Assist in navigating patients and their families through the course of radiation therapy from consultation to readying for treatment and completion of care.
Independently manage the supportive care and urgent patient needs that occur during treatment and in the immediate weeks after treatment and report to the supervising physician.
Review and manage patient communications using EPIC In-Basket
Prescribe pre-and post-treatment medications following physician consultation or in collaboration and subsequently instructing patients and families regarding medications
Evaluate and care for patients who are undergoing treatment concerning the acute and chronic effects from radiation therapy and review patient cases with supervising physician as appropriate
Coordinate new patient education and assist with new patient consults as needed.
Support radiation oncology department via participation in APP coverage model and general clinic support as needed
Must have a strong foundation in evaluating evidence-based care publications and applying this knowledge to patient care.
Assisting physicians with radiation delivery procedures as needed
Recognizing situations which require the immediate attention of a physician and executing appropriately.
Qualification:
APP must be licensed to care for pediatric patients.
Preferred experience in oncology preference given to Sarcoma within the past 5 years
Preferred Pediatric oncology experience.

Job Summary

Summary
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients medical and/or surgical including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.

Does this position require Patient Care Yes

Essential Functions
-Provides direct care counseling and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory inpatient operative and/or procedural setting
-Performs complete histories and physical examinations
-Orders interprets and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests
-Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic laboratory and physical examination findings
-Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes procedure notes operative notes and discharge summaries
-Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population
-Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures

Education
Masters Degree Nursing required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No

Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse RN - State License - Generic - HR Only preferred Nurse Practitioner NP / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse APRN State License - Generic - HR Only preferred Nurse Practitioner NP / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse APRN State License - Generic - HR Only preferred

Experience
experience as a nurse practitioner 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients medical staff and the public.

Hybrid

100 Blossom Street

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$120390.40 - $170456.00/Annual

Grade

7

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