Nurse Practitioner- Oncology

Company: Jobot
Location: Porterville
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Job Description:

Sign on bonus and relocation assistance offered!!This Jobot Job is hosted by: Rey RoblesAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.A bit about us:Serving California's Central Valley, we stand out as an exceptional healthcare employer. With 167 beds, state-of-the-art technology and facilities, and a comprehensive service line, we are committed to truly making an impact in our community. To help fulfill our mission, we need dedicated employees who are excited to promote health, ensure access to our high-quality healthcare services, and support our family-oriented culture.Why join us?Retirement Plan (up to 6% match)Vacation/Holiday/Sick PayAnnual Merit Salary IncreaseShift Differential for Evening and Night ShiftsSign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance for Qualified Positions/CandidatesMedical/Dental/VisionTuition Reimbursement ProgramAmusement Park DiscountsEmployee RafflesFlexible Spending AccountsLife InsuranceLong Term Care InsuranceEmployee + Family Discount for utilization of hospital ServicesJob DetailsPOSITION SUMMARY:Provides hematologic and oncologic health care treatments for individuals presenting for care to Cancer Treatment Center commensurate with training and in accordance with the general policies and standards of practice as defined by facility and departmental policies, medical staffing by-laws, and regulations as defined by Federal, State, and local government requirements in compliance with Medicare/Medi-Cal/CMS requirements of participation, and will be compliant with EMTALA. Will deliver care appropriate for an outpatient, cancer center with a multicultural patient population. Will elicit detailed patient histories and conduct complete advanced practice provider examinations, providing documentation of patient assessment and treatment to support care provided/diagnosis identified. Reaches timely diagnosis, orders appropriate testing for patient care needs, orders or provides direct patient care for patient specific needs, defines and discusses plan of care for patient including counseling of patient and family on health disease, providing appropriate discharge documentation, educational materials, prescriptions, and referrals for continuity of care. Engages customers in a patient centered practice, utilizing patients preferred name, being courteous and engaging by recognizing and respecting the individual diversity of every patient and the uniqueness of every patient care event. Additional responsibilities include review of referrals, chemotherapy clearance checks, participating in quality improvement initiatives and attending assigned committee meetings; and collaborate, coordinate, and communicate with the Medical Oncologist and Medical Director to achieve maximum efficiency with best possible outcomes for patient care service delivery to patients presenting to the Cancer Treatment Center. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:Education/License/Certification:Individuals can be a Nurse Practitioner or Physician AssistantIf a Physician Assistant:Must have passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam and hold an active and unrestricted licensed as a Physician Assistant from the CA Physician Assistant Board.Out of state candidates with a temporary PA License will be considered if all other required qualifications are met Master's Degree is preferred. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. If a Nurse Practitioner:Must have an active and unrestricted CA Nurse Practitioner License from the California Board of Nursing. DNP is preferred.Must have and maintain current BLS Certification or obtain within orientation process, prior to hands-on patient care.ACLS/PALS is preferred.DEA number and other documentation required for credentialing through Medical Staff Services.Experience/Skills:If a Physician Assistant:Physician Assistants in this role must have completed a Physician Assistant training program approved by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) in accordance with California's Physician Assistant Board is required.Experience PA preferred, prior oncology experienced preferred. If a Nurse Practitioner:Must have completed a Nurse Practitioner academic program approved in accordance with the California Board of Nursing.Prior Nurse Practitioner experience preferred.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

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