Adv. Practice Provider - Surgical Oncology

Highlands Oncology began in 1996 with three physicians and a desire to change the face of oncology care in our community.  Dr. Malcolm Hayward, Dr. Dan Bradford, and Dr. Thad Beck knew that patients do better at home, in the community where they live and work, and where their support system is already in place. In furthering that goal, Highlands has grown with the region from a single location 26 years ago, to 6 locations in Northwest and Northcentral Arkansas today employing more than 800 diverse team members.

As Northwest Arkansas continues to grow, so must the services and providers available in the region.  Highlands Oncology is committed to remaining on the cutting edge to ensure our community has access to the very best cancer care.  What we have is something quite unique right here in our own backyard with a caring multidisciplinary team focused on treating patients like family.

Job Summary:

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) functions as an expert in patient assessment, clinical exam, and appropriate interventions.  The APP will have extensive contact with patients, requiring collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals.  The APP is dedicated to the provision of competent, compassionate, and ethical care of patients in all settings (inpatient or outpatient).

Job Duties / Responsibilities:

• Provide quality and comprehensive care to patients in all settings:

Research

Inpatient/Outpatient

Surgical Oncology

Those referred from internal providers

Those that may require management of acute and long-term pain and symptoms (Palliative Care)

• Assess the physical, emotional, and psychosocial well-being of the patient.
• Provide prompt management of acute symptoms related to the disease and/or treatment and communicate changes in the patient’s condition as needed with appropriate staff.
• Appropriately order, review, and interpret laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Provide goals of care discussions and instruct patients and family on treatment course(s).
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, and HIPAA regulations.
• Act within the lawful limits of the Arkansas State Board of Nursing APRN Collaborative Practice Agreement, or the Arkansas State Medical Board PA Protocol.
• Prescribes medication as per state licensing guidelines (but does not prescribe initial chemotherapy or biotherapy).
• Work independently, while collaborating with physicians/referring providers/medical oncologists/hospital staff, respectively.
• Demonstrate knowledge of disease-specific and clinic and/or hospital protocols.
• Billing and documentation are consistently comprehensive, accurate and timely.
• Consult Social Worker, Chaplain, or other healthcare staff as needed.
• Assist in the smooth functioning of the respective department/clinic/hospital in a cost-effective manner.
• Attend required meetings and participate in a constructive manner.
• Maintain a high standard of professional performance, behavior, and appearance.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from patients, caregivers, physicians, and staff.
• Solve problems and clarify necessary steps of logic and reasoning in a professional manger.
• Duties and responsibilities will continue to evolve and may change as deemed necessary, and as the role of the APRN and PA are further developed.

HOSPITALIST SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Coordinates discharge planning needs with providers involved in the patient’s care, hospital staff, the patient and the patient’s family or caregiver. 

Coordinates transfers to other facilities or hospitals when required and medically appropriate.

Serves as a contact and resource for hospital staff and providers.