Description

Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Oncology Resource

US-OR-Gresham

Requisition ID: 2025-33875
Position Category: Advanced Practice Provider
Job Type: Faculty
Position Type: Relief/Flex/Resource
Posting Department: Community Oncology - Knight Cancer Insitute
Posting FTE: 0.00
HR Mission: School of Medicine
Drug Testable: Yes

Department Overview
The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, known as one of the pioneers in personalized cancer medicine, is an international leader in research and cancer treatment. Driven by its mission to end cancer as we know it, the institute is building upon its expertise in targeted treatments to advance the early detection of cancer when the disease is most treatable. The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university's missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service. Every Knight Cancer employee is expected to embody our guiding principles: 

• We act BOLDLY—Breakthroughs require pushing the boundaries of science, exploring new frontiers, and thinking differently
• We SUPPORT each other—Respect leads to trust, which leads to excellence
• We work as a CONNECTED team—We must leverage our collective brain power to conquer cancer because no one individual can do it alone

To provide patient care in accordance with allied health privileges granted by OHSU.  The practitioner is under the supervision of the Section Head for Community Oncology and provides patient care consistent with the credentials and the philosophy of the Department of Medicine, University Hospitals and Clinics. The practitioner functions in a manner which maintains the confidentiality and privacy of each patient, promotes a positive relationship with all health team members and supports the policies and procedures of the University Hospitals and Clinics.Function/Duties of Position
Allow for additional provider coverage in our Community Oncology Clinics.  Seeing up to 15 patients a day, address urgent needs and evaluate the patient situation and determine the tolerance of the treatment, review labs, and modify orders as needed.  See new patients in conjunction with attending physician. Write chemotherapy orders when treatment plan has been initiated by attending physician in compliance with credentialed privileges.  Manage patient anticoagulation, as appropriate. Work closely with phone triage staff to manage patient issues and problems and see patients emergently as add-on/walk-ins as appropriate or requested by attending physician. Admits patients to community hospitals as appropriate in collaboration with attending physician. Rounds on patient in community hospitals as requested by attending physician in compliance with community hospital credentialed privileges.
Required Qualifications
Education & experience:

• Physician Assistant: Valid/Current State of Oregon Physician Assistant License, State of Oregon Licensure under Community Oncology MD, required
• Nurse Practitioner. Valid State of Oregon Registered Nurse license, current Nurse Practitioner license for the state of Oregon, State of Oregon Nurse Practitioner Prescriptive Privileges, required.

Required:  BLS Certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Recommended minimum of one year experience as a nurse practitioner.  Minimum of 1 year oncology experience.
Additional Details
As an OHSU faculty member, you will access robust and competitive benefits for well-being and peace of mind. Packages include medical, dental and vision plans, generous paid time off, multiple retirement options, participation in the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, wellness support and more.  You'll also find a commitment to belonging. OHSU welcomes diverse people and ideas, and we foster a culture that is inclusive, equitable and accepting of all. We aim to help you:  

• Feel supported. 
• Explore well-being programs and resources. 
• Connect with colleagues to share and build knowledge. 
• Find fulfillment by balancing work, life and community. 

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All are welcome
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

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