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Description: Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description
General Purpose of Job: Responsible for the provision of clinical care and patient education for adult gynecological and/or medical oncology/hematology patients under the clinical guidance and supervision of the physician. The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner works independently in performing daily responsibilities as appropriate under their license and within their scope of practice.
Essential Duties: This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
Under the direct supervision of the physician, delivers professional services to the Oncology service's patients within the limits of knowledge, experience, and within the scope of practice under the licensure of the profession.
Assures accurate and timely history and physical assessments, including completion of patient chart, internal admission notes, consults, daily progress notes and discharge summaries on the service's patients in the Hospital, the Outpatient Clinic, and/or the Satellite Clinics as assigned.
Ensures that accurate and thorough patient and family instructions are provided throughout the care of the patient.
Outpatient GYN Oncology: Serves as patient escort for GYN Oncologist patients; provides professional services to the GYN patient population through the GYN Oncology PA/NP Clinic and as needed; performs core specialized diagnostic, therapeutic and other procedures as assigned.
Outpatient Medical Oncology/Hematology: Provides professional services to the service's patient population through the Oncology/Hematology PA/NP Clinic and as needed; performs core specialized diagnostic, therapeutic and other procedures as assigned.
Inpatient Oncology Services: When assigned, supports the service through daily rounds, participation in patient care conferences, and other activities related to the treatment of the service's inpatient population.
Oncology outreach: When assigned, provides professional services at outreach locations as needed.
Supports and participates in research activities, quality of care initiatives, and educational programs as assigned; initiates and pursues self-development activities related to the service; promotes understanding of research findings for staff, students, and peers.
Serves as a role model for consistent demonstration of Sparrow's Behavioral Standards of Performance (ICARE).
Demonstrates knowledge and respects patient, service provider, organizational confidentiality through consistent adherence to HIPPA Security and Privacy procedures and protocols
Job Requirements
General Requirements
Current BCLSCurrent State of Michigan Certification as a Physicians Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.Successful completion of hospital credentialing.
Work Experience
Experience in gynecology and/or oncology preferred. Two years experience in the outpatient setting preferred.
Education
Graduate of an approved Physicians Assistant ProgramGraduate of an accredited PA or NP program.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, families, physicians and other caregivers.
Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psycho/ social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned area.
The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training or experience.
University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is seeking an enthusiastic APP for our Medical Oncology team. The Medical Oncology Physician practice provides exceptional outpatient care to adult Hemotology and Oncology patients. University of Michigan Health - Sparrow delivers quality care in a diverse and family-friendly community and is committed to improving access to medical care across the Mid-Michigan region.
8 hour shifts M-FNo callOutpatient onlyExperience with Oncology patients is plus
UM Health-Sparrow Offers:
Excellent compensation and benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with matching funds, generous CME benefitsMalpractice insurance
Learn more about this position by contacting: Melissa Lucero, Sr. RecruiterOffice: (517) 364-5817Email: melissa.lucero@UMHSparrow.org
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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Job Family:
Physicians & Advanced Practice Providers
Requirements:
ShiftDaysDaysDegree Type / Education LevelMastersMastersStatusFull-timeFull-timeFacilitySparrow HospitalSparrow HospitalExperience LevelUnder 4 YearsUnder 4 Years