Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for Oncology Urgent Care Clinic

About City of Hope

City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.

Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution.  AccessHope, a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s specialized cancer expertise.

A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s "Best Hospitals" in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California, Arizona, Illinois and Georgia. 

Job Description:

Cancer Treatment Centers of America® (CTCA) in suburban Atlanta (Newnan, GA) is currently seeking an outstanding Nurse Practitioner. We invite you to join us in making a difference in patient-centered cancer care! 

CTCA Atlanta is part of a nationally accredited network of cancer hospitals and outpatient care centers employing top clinical talent and offering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients across the US. As an industry leader in patient satisfaction, we provide a coordinated approach to cancer care with comprehensive access to medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, surgical oncologists, breast surgeons and other subspecialist surgeons, a wide variety of medical specialists, and numerous hospital-based specialists. Our programs are supported by robust clinical trials and precision medicine programs and are complemented with an array of supportive therapies designed to enhance quality of life and manage side effects. We provide a compassionate environment that values and respects patients and their families. Every patient’s care plan is individualized to meet his or her needs and treatment goals.  

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Schedule:  4 (10) hour shifts per week (rotating weekends)

• Hours:   Clinic open Monday-Friday 7am-5pm & Sundays 8am-5pm

• On call: No on call responsibilities for this position

• Duties  Evaluate patients in the outpatient urgent care setting and manage acute issues including:

  • Side effects related to oncology treatment

  • Nausea with vomiting

  • Weakness

  • Diarrhea

  • Dehydration

  • Abdominal and epigastric pain

  • Shortness of breath

  • Pleural effusion

  • Acute bronchitis

  • Dizziness and giddiness

  • Gastrostomy complications

  • Coordinate appropriate admissions to Hospitalist, Intensivist , Surgeon

• Record H&P, patient medical history and all relevant details in the health record 

• Interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patient’s needs. 

• Prescribes appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities  

• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals.  

• Communicates with attending physician regarding plan of care and involves physician in clinical decision making of any issues that are outside the practitioner’s knowledge base or scope of practice.  

• Assist with coordination and continuity of care working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team. 

• Responsible for rendering excellent and professional care within the scope of the medical practice, hospital, medical staff, and regulatory guidelines. 

• Assist in development and participating in departmental and interdisciplinary quality. improvement programs. 

• Attend endorsement meetings, tumor board, cancer committee, nutrition meetings, team meetings, staff meetings, team huddles, and other meetings as requested by supervising physician or department manager  

• Demonstrate a commitment to the Mother Standard® of care 

• Exhibit professional commitment to continuing education, exceeding the necessary required CME’s to satisfy licensing requirements 

• Assist with training and orienting staff as needed 

• Follow all State, Hospital, Medical Staff and Employer related policies, rules &   guidelines  

• Assist with special projects as directed and performs all other duties as assigned by supervising physician or clinic manager 

COMPENSATION and BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS 

• Highly competitive compensation structure 

• Substantial benefits package including:  

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Plans with Health Savings/Flex Spending Accounts  

• Disability, Long-term Care, Life and AD&D  

• 401(k) Savings and Retirement Plan  

• Generous paid time off plan  

• Professional expense reimbursement  

• Excellent quality of life  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Nurse Practitioner 

• Successful completion of a master’s, post-master’s or doctorate from a Nurse Practitioner (NP) program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN - formerly NLNAC) 

• Experience utilizing Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for patient documentation, orders, monitoring 

• Active Georgia State Nursing license 

• Current DEA

• Current ACLS 

Physician Assistant

• Successful completion of an ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education of the Physician Assistant) approved program 

• Current certification by the National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

• Active Georgia Physician Assistant License

• Current DEA

• Current ACLS

APPLY NOW!

Become an engaged member of our collaborative, patient-focused and supportive team!  Contact us at physicianservices@ctca-hope.com

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Pay Range

$98,166.43 - $161,616.00

Placement within the identified pay range is based on individual and market factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, credentials (including licenses and certifications), geographic location, market competition, skill set (including market availability of required skills), assigned/anticipated job tasks, and level of responsibility.  These factors are considered without regard to an individual’s status as a member of any protect group pursuant to federal, state, and/or local law.

City of Hope’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities.  Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences to our work -- and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding.  We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.

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