PACIFIC NORTHWEST ONCOLOGY OPPORTUNITY- PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Are you open to a new challenge working in an integrative care approach? Located just south of Seattle, Salish Cancer Center is accepting applications for an Oncology-Certified Physician Assistant to join its growing medical staff. Work at an Integrative Oncology Clinic that boasts a state-of-the-art Infusion center with gorgeous views of Mount Rainier, and easy access to I-5. Join the provider team to see both hematologic and solid tumor cases in a clinic that is focused on exceptional patient care.

Community: The Puget Sound is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. With mountains and the Pacific Ocean within driving distance of each other, you can surf, hike, camp, sail, and explore outside year-round. Seattle offers the big city experience with world-class restaurants, shopping, and endless cultural events at local art museums, science centers, and concert halls. Join us to serve the Puget Sound while enjoying the stunning Pacific Northwest.

General Function: To provide clinical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment to Oncology and Hematology patients, working in collaboration with Medical Oncologist, Naturopathic Oncologist, Acupuncturist, and clinic staff in an integrative setting. To serve as the supportive care practitioner for patients by completing treatment education visits, survivorship care and collaborative advanced-care planning visits with Oncology Social Work team. To serve as a resource and role model to staff by modeling compassion, motivation and kindness to patients, colleagues, and the community.

Minimum Requirements (Education and Experience):

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program. Fellowship experience in outpatient Oncology is strongly preferred. One (1) year experience in Hematology strongly preferred. Unrestricted and active licensure in the state of Washington and unrestricted participation with Medicare and Medicaid required. Three (3) - Five (5) years’ experience in Oncology/Hematology strongly preferred. We are open to reviewing applicants with strong clinical skillsets. Supervisory experience in healthcare setting highly desirable. Oncology Certification strongly preferred and required once eligible upon hire and completion of required hours and education.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning and monitoring of patients with oncology and hematology diagnoses.
• To oversee clinical triage intake, documentation, and patient follow-up for acute and non-urgent clinical needs.
• To complete patient care plans within EHR for patients to review, utilizing appropriate language for patient health-literacy and comprehension of medical information.
• To review and approve patient orders for internal treatments to include review of pre-treatment labs and applicable medical studies.
• To respond to in-office infusion reactions and/or other adverse events for acute assessment and intervention as needed.
• Work with medical office staff to place orders for patients to have clinical assessments to include both in-house and outside assessments, treatments, specialty consultations, infusions, transfusions, radiology, procedures, and supportive care services.
• To share in responsibility for after-hours calls and hospital rounding to local facilities with whom Salish is contracted.
• To document patient diagnoses to include specified diagnostic codes, clinical staging, treatment setting, pathological confirmation, diagnostic grading, comorbidities, and treatment intent.
• To work collaboratively with Oncology Social Work team to screen patients for mental health disorders and risk factors, working to refer patients to internal social workers for intervention and treatment planning as needed.
• To spearhead internal committees for clinical education working with community organizations, pharmaceutical representatives, nursing staff, and other providers.
• To work with Human Resources Manager and other departmental leadership on initiatives including OSHA, Safety Committees, and process implementation of new programs.
• Support integrative approaches to cancer treatment such as naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, traditional Native American healing practices, nutrition, and other therapies.
• Hospital coverage required including meeting credentialing/privileging requirements.

COMPETETIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS:

• 100% Employer paid premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employer paid base Life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Leave
• 11 annual observed paid holidays, plus a birthday holiday
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program with mental health, financial, and legal support
• 401k plans that allow for enrollment within 6 months of hire with profit sharing and immediate vesting
• Ample, free parking with 24-hour security for a gorgeous office space
• Continuing Education/Professional Development Support
• License and Certification Reimbursement
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
• Homebuyer Assistance Program and Much More!

TO APPLY: A Salish employment application and resume are required. Applications can be found at www.salishcancercenter.com or can be requested via email. Positions that are open until filled may close at any time.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer while practicing Native preference according to law.

Completed Resumes can be sent to:

Human Resources Department

3700 Pacific Highway E.

Suite 100,

Fife, WA 98424

253.382.6306

Resumes can be sent to:

HumanResources@salishcancercenter.com

Due to the large number of applications that may be received, not everyone who applies for a vacant position will be interviewed. Only those interviewed will receive notification when the position is filled or closed.