Advanced Practice Provider

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients. Job Summary Our client is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive care for individual oncology patients. This role involves conducting patient assessments, assisting physicians with procedures, prescribing drug therapies, and educating patients and families on treatment plans, all while supporting physicians through relevant clinical information and promoting wellness.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for individual oncology patients.
• Conduct patient assessments and provide physicians with relevant clinical information before appointments.
• Assist physicians with procedures as needed.
• Initiate and document appropriate patient interventions.
• Prescribe drug therapies according to established protocols and physician consultation.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, care expectations, and ongoing treatment.
• Evaluate and document patient and family responses to treatment.
• Provide case management and coordinate care for oncology patients and their families.
• Promote wellness and connect patients with appropriate community resources.
• Support nursing staff by providing clinical information related to ongoing clinical trials.
• Incorporate evidence-based research into clinical practice.
• Complete patient charge tickets and maintain appropriate clinical documentation.
• Potentially mentor new APPs and provide education to clinical support staff.

Qualifications

• Active Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), or Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) license in Oregon. Experience
• Previous oncology or hematology experience.
• Experience in outpatient clinical settings.
• Experience with patient education and treatment planning.
• Experience managing complex patient cases.
• Familiarity with evidence-based clinical practices and research.
• Experience with case management and coordinating patient/family care.
• Knowledge of reimbursement procedures and clinical documentation requirements.
• Experience working alongside physicians and multidisciplinary care teams. Skills
• Ability to conduct patient assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Strong patient communication and education skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and clinical teams.
• Strong documentation and clinical decision-making skills.
• Compassionate, service-oriented approach to patient care.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited program:
• NP: MSN and completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• PA: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and current NCCPA certification.
• CNS: MSN and completion of an accredited Clinical Nurse Specialist program.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Oncology certification (preferred).

Additional Requirements

• Work schedule of four clinical days and one administrative day per week, typically 9am-5pm.
• This is an outpatient clinic-based setting.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language Medix is an Equal Opportunity Employer F/M/D/V/B/LGBT. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Benefits offered are not all-inclusive and are subject to change. Actual offered benefits may vary, depending on the specific client, expectation of assignment, and local/state laws. Please speak to your local Medix representative for details. *We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours. Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate. *As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.