Physician Assistant - Oncology/Hematology

Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) working to provide the full range of Oncology/Hematology provider services emphasizing quality - timeliness - and the advancement of the VA mission. The Oncology/Hematology Physician Assistant (PA) provides advanced clinical practice - consultation - and management of an assigned panel of patients with Oncology/Hematology disease in the outpatient clinic setting.

Duties

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• The Scope of Practice is defined in applicable VA policies and determined by the Physician Assistant (PA) and the collaborating MD(s) biannually
• In addition to observance of federal - national and local regulatory - policy - and accreditation requirements governing this Health Care System - this position encompasses the following examples of responsibilities
• Coordinate and supervise the delivery of outpatient care for Oncology/Hematology patients including patient evaluation
• treatment 2 including biopsies - order appropriate medications - schedule follow-up as needed - appropriate referrals as needed
• Serve as primary Oncology/Hematology provider for an independent panel of clinic patients after an initial training period
• Perform new patient Oncology/Hematology consultation and return Oncology/Hematology visits and telephone follow up visits and collaborate with Oncology/Hematology staff
• Establish a comprehensive plan of care based on clinical findings and standards of care
• Establish mutual goals with patient/family
• Prescribe medications based on patients' status - accepted scientific guidelines - prescriptive authority - and ongoing evaluation of therapies
• Lead and direct others in Oncology/Hematology to assure access to and continuity of care across the VA continuum - between referral bases - and transitioning from inpatient/observation status toward outpatient follow-up care
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests - including but not limited to biopsies - laboratory tests - and appropriate radiology studies
• Help triage requests for outpatient Oncology/Hematology consultation in a timely manner - coordinate tests and visits based on clinical urgency - and assist in facilitating IFC consults and referrals from other VA facilities
• Support and enhance the mission and goals of the VA Health Care System
• Work effectively with others to initiate and lead interdisciplinary groups and establish relationships with professional and/or other related groups within the community
• Develop a professional practice by leadership and accomplishments in the development and implementation of best-practice guidelines in the patient care and healthcare delivery
• Demonstrate ability to function independently in advanced leadership - critical thinking - problem solving - and project management skills
• Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday-Friday - subject to change based on the needs of the facility
• Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized