Experienced Thoracic Surgical Oncology Advanced Practice Provider

What We Offer

Are you looking to join a remarkable team where quality care meets quality service, in every dimension, every time?

Novant Health Medical Group is looking for a compassionate, caring Experienced Thoracic surgical Oncology Advanced Practice Provider to join our Thoracic Oncology clinic in the Weisiger Cancer Institute located in center city Charlotte, NC. We have a dynamic clinic with a team of two surgeons, two surgical APPs, and two medical oncologists who care for thoracic oncology patients in an outpatient setting. Our providers are fully supported with a dedicated, onsite team of experienced nurses, pharmacists, and administrative staff as well as a full-service infusion center. We are a robust, innovative practice that continues to grow and continue to expand patient access to cutting edge treatment in cellular therapies and clinical trials. Surgical experience required. Robotic experience is preferred.

Our specialists are committed to working with you and the rest of your care team to create a personalized treatment plan that is designed with you in mind. Our expert clinicians provide the latest treatments or management of medical oncology conditions as well as hematologic conditions.

Novant Health benefits:

• NH Medical Group employed
• Medical and Retirement Benefits
• CME Allowance
• System wide EHR-Epic
• Malpractice
• Work-Life balance

Novant Health Medical Group:

• One of the largest medical groups in the nation.
• Offers resiliency training for providers and team members to prevent burnout.
• Established the ODYSSEY program to enhance the new physician and APP experience by empowering our providers to connect, explore and evolve within a culture of continuous learning and teamwork to build a high performing provider network.
• Instituted an APP Council that partners with leaders to improve APP clinical performance and consistency, create a community of practice that enhances experience, engagement, and growth, fully integrate APPs into the care team, and set standards for APP practice.
• Is nationally recognized for advanced care and one of the largest community based, non-profit healthcare systems.
• Is well known for being physician-led and physician-driven. For example, our physicians are in every area of leadership across the organization. That means every strategic discussion has physicians at the table, and every market partners a physician leader with an administrator. The result is a focus on the details that are important to physicians.

What does it mean to be a part of Novant Health?

• A commitment to patient centered care and our model of spending more time with each patient, and creating a seamless system of care for our patients are the foundations of our success
• Sharing a philosophy of putting high value on the patient experience
• Novant Health is an integrated network of physician clinics, outpatient facilities and hospitals that delivers a seamless and convenient healthcare experience to communities in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.
• The Novant Health network consists of more than 1,800 physicians and over 35,000 employees who provide care at nearly 800 locations, including 15 hospitals and hundreds of outpatient facilities and physician clinics.
• In 2021, Novant Health was the highest-ranking healthcare system in North Carolina to be included on Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity list.
• Diversity MBA Magazine ranked Novant Health first in the nation on its 2021 list of "Best Places for Women & Diverse Managers to Work."
• In 2020, Novant Health provided more than $1.02 billion in community benefit, including financial assistance and services.

At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities.

Join us, and let's transform healthcare together.

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What You'll Do

• Conduct thorough patient histories, physical exams, and clinical assessments focused on pulmonary nodules and thoracic diseases.
• Review and interpret diagnostic imaging (CT scans, PET scans) and pathology reports in collaboration with radiology and pathology teams.
• Provide inpatient consultations for newly identified pulmonary nodules, facilitating timely evaluation and management during hospitalization.
• Develop and implement evidence-based management plans including surveillance protocols, biopsy recommendations, and referrals for surgical or medical interventions.
• Provide patient education regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and follow-up care.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care and facilitate communication among pulmonologists, thoracic surgeons, oncologists, primary care providers, and nurse navigators.
• Document all clinical encounters, treatment plans, and patient progress accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical research, and continuing education related to thoracic and pulmonary care.

What We're Looking For

Education: Master's Degree, Required. Graduate of an NCCPA accredited physician assistant program, required. RNFA required for FNP Candidates.

Experience: One to three years of experience in surgery preferred. Surgical experience required.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current PA license in appropriate state Required. NCCPA Certification and current DEA registry Required. ACLS (if infusion center or cardiac specialty) Required.

Additional Skills Required: Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Ability to work with management team and physicians; demonstrated customer service skills, interpersonal skills and communication skills.

Job Opening ID

180843