APP - Surgical Oncology Services

Grider Support Services, LLC is a proud partner of Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) and is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to our community. We are seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Surgical Oncology team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide specialized care to patients navigating cancer diagnoses, surgical treatment, and recovery in an outpatient clinical setting. Working collaboratively with surgical oncologists and a multidisciplinary care team, the Advanced Practice Provider will play an integral role in evaluating patients, coordinating pre- and post-operative care, managing follow-up visits, and supporting patients throughout their surgical oncology journey. The ideal candidate is compassionate, clinically skilled, and committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered cancer care. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a consistent weekday schedule that supports work-life balance - making this a rewarding opportunity for an advanced practice provider interested in surgical oncology. 📍 Location:462 Grider Street Buffalo, NY 🏥 Department: Surgical Oncology 🕒 Shift: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (no more 13 hour days, overnights, or working holidays!) Job Duties

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations, for new and established surgical oncology patients.
• Evaluate patients and collaborate with surgical oncologists to develop and implement individualized treatment and care plans based on clinical findings, diagnostic results, and evidence-based practices.
• Provide pre-operative evaluations and coordinate necessary testing, consultations, and medical clearance to prepare patients for surgical procedures.
• Manage post-operative follow-up visits, assessing surgical recovery, evaluating incisions and wounds, monitoring for complications, and coordinating ongoing care.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies, laboratory work, imaging, and pathology results to support clinical decision-making and ongoing patient management.
• Monitor patients for treatment-related complications, post-surgical concerns, and changes in clinical status, escalating concerns to the appropriate physician when indicated.
• Provide patient and family education regarding cancer diagnoses, surgical procedures, treatment plans, post-operative expectations, wound care, medications, and recovery.
• Coordinate patient care and referrals with medical oncology, radiation oncology, primary care providers, and other specialty services to support comprehensive, multidisciplinary cancer care.
• Serve as a clinical resource and point of contact for patients, responding to clinical questions and concerns and facilitating timely follow-up between office visits.
• Support ongoing cancer surveillance and follow-up care, helping patients navigate the next steps in their treatment and recovery.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, clinical encounters, and outcomes in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to promote continuity of care, patient safety, and positive clinical outcomes.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical protocols, and ongoing professional development to maintain current knowledge of surgical oncology practices and advancements.

Benefits: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. The hiring range is between $120,000 to $148,000* per year. Enjoy generous PTO, paid holidays, and top-tier medical coverage with low premiums and full deductible coverage through an HRA - plus dental, vision, life insurance, and great discounts!

Qualifications

Education:

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant (PA) by the New York State of New York
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, required within 90 days of service

Experience:

• 1–2 years of experience in an outpatient clinical setting preferred.
• Previous experience in surgical services, oncology, or a related specialty preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, clinical procedures, and patient care techniques
• Strong clinical skills in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of medical conditions
• Proficiency in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and other healthcare technology
• Critical thinking, time management, strong communication, problem-solving, and ability to handle various clinical situations.

Grider Support Services, LLC. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

• The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant at the time of posting. When determining pay, several factors will be considered including but not limited to location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and budget.