Procedural PA-C / APRN – Moffitt Thoracic Oncology

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Summary

Procedural PA-C / APRN– Moffitt Thoracic Oncology  

Based in the Thoracic Department, the Procedural-based Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner position provides patient care under the auspices of the Moffitt Medical Group (MMG), and serves as a member of the academic medical enterprise; advancing the institutional mission of contributing to the prevention and cure of cancer.

Position Highlights:

·       Assists physicians with the evaluation, management and treatment of a wide spectrum of patients with different medical problems, procedures and co-morbidities.

·       Position is structured to support both identified physician(s) clinic and surgeries (first assist).

·       Works within a defined scope of practice and under the authority of supervising physician(s) or by specific protocol(s).

The Ideal Candidate:

·       Clinical professional who demonstrates a passion for our mission, and who takes pride in delivering world-class patient care in a collaborative, learning environment.

·       The successful candidate will be a superior communicator, an engaged team member, and a knowledgeable, patient-focused provider.   

Responsibilities:

·       Provides patient care as a member of an interdisciplinary team, working with many specialists to coordinate and optimize patient care.

·       Correlates subjective and objective data to formulate a differential or working diagnosis.

·       Formulates treatment plans for medical conditions within scope of practice.

·       May perform minor surgical procedures within scope of practice.

·       Prescribes oral and IV medications when appropriate, within the scope of practice.

·       Documents patient care in accordance with medical staff rules. 

Credentials and Qualifications:

·       Bachelor's degree at minimum; master's degree preferred

·       Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Advanced Registered Nurse program

·       Active FL medical license (or the ability to obtain one) and national certification by the appropriate accreditation body

·       Active BLS

·       Surgical first assist experience preferred and/or oncology experience.