Job Description

Are you a passionate Advanced Practice Provider looking to make a significant impact in the field of cancer care? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic team, where patient advocacy and expert care are at the forefront of everything we do.

As an Advanced Practice Provider specializing in oncology and hematology, you will manage a caseload of clinically complex or resource-intensive patients. Your expertise will guide you in assessing, diagnosing, and crafting comprehensive care plans. This includes prescribing both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments while adhering to established protocols and standards of care.

In this advanced role, you'll excel in clinical practice, education, research, and consultation, embracing a holistic approach to wellness. Your ability to multitask efficiently, coupled with a positive and passionate demeanor, will be key to thriving in our collaborative, community-based environment.

Join a team that's on the cutting edge of cancer care, where patient-first principles are always prioritized. If you're ready to bring your expertise and enthusiasm to a forward-thinking organization, we want to hear from you!

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: North Falmouth, MA

Compensation: $97,082 - $131,104 annually

Compensation packages based on your unique skills, experience, and qualifications

As of the date of this posting, RCCA offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. In addition to the salary, we provide: Health, dental, and vision plans, Wellness program, Health savings account - Flexible spending accounts, 401(k) retirement plan, Life insurance, Short-term disability insurance, Long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay, Tuition discounts with numerous universities.

We believe these benefits underscore our commitment to the well-being and professional growth of our employees.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Performs and documents comprehensive medical and psychosocial health histories and examinations.
• Gathers data, conducts initial history and physical examination and formulates and implements treatment plans in collaboration with the physician.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic studies related to the patient’s plan of care and response to treatment.
• Provides follow-up care on an inpatient and outpatient basis.
• Initiates consultation with specialists as indicated.
• Recognizes oncology-related problems and initiates interventions.
• Identifies treatment-related toxicities and initiates interventions.
• Demonstrates expertise in symptom management.
• Assesses ill patients and develops a plan of care in collaboration with physicians.
• Monitors and adjusts patient medications and treatments according to protocols.
• Diagnoses and treats common oncology-associated illnesses.
• Manages telephone calls related to emergency situations, symptom management, and psychosocial and family concerns.
• Provides continuity of care across settings (hospital, home, home health, skilled nursing, hospice and rehabilitation).
• Supervises chemotherapy administration in the office setting.
• Collaborates with physician and chemotherapy infusion nurse to schedule and administer chemotherapy.
• Writes chemotherapy orders and evaluates protocols in collaboration with physicians.
• Provides psychosocial counseling and support to patients and families and makes referrals to social work or community agencies as necessary.
• Performs various procedures: bone marrow biopsy and aspirate, removal of picc.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of integrative therapies and their use in complementing medical treatment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of cancer risk factors, diagnoses, disease processes, and treatment options.
• Evaluates patient intervention outcomes.
• Provides Genetic Pretest Counseling.
• Coordinates discharge plans, follow-up, home health, and outpatient prescriptions.
• Assists with hospital rounds and management of hospitalized patients.
• Participates in daily huddles/conferences with the team to facilitate communication and coordination of care.
• Provide survivorship care to patients who have completed chemotherapy

Education Responsibilities:

• Provides information on the disease, treatment, health promotion, and disease prevention to patients and families.
• Educates professional staff through consultations and presentations.
• Evaluates patient, nursing, and community educational programs and materials and act as a resource.
• Participates in multidisciplinary committees.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Master’s degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant.
• Active or current license in the state of Massachusetts.
• 1-2 years in an Advanced Practice Provider role, preferably in oncology.