Physician Assistant - Oncology

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Oncology Physician Assistant is an exempt position that provides medical care to patients under the direct supervision of the attending physician; evaluates and examines new patients and prepares them to meet with the appropriate physician or PA; manages patients who are undergoing treatment and monitors them after the treatment is complete; serves as a liaison for oncology patients and other staff; ensures patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential; complies with practice policies and procedures, HIPAA and OSHA requirements, adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state and local regulations; performs other essential functions as directed by the attending physician.

Essential Functions:

Evaluates and examines new patients and presents them to the appropriate physician or PA; manages patient treatments and monitors patients when treatment has been completed and is knowledgeable to enter patient information through the EMR software.

Takes medical histories; performs physical examinations; diagnoses conditions and prescribes medications; scheduled for rounds in the hospital and works independently when necessary.

Orders and interprets tests; develops and implements treatment plans and provides education and counseling to patients and their caregivers regarding the patient’s illness and treatments.

Ensures patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential; complies with HIPAA and OSHA requirements, adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state and local regulations.

Increases job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reads job specific professional publications; participates in professional organizations, personal networks and explores new opportunities that may add value to the Physician Assistant position and practice.

Performs other essential functions as directed by the attending physician.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

NA

Qualifications:

Education:

Master’s Degree in Physician Assisting accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant; Bachelor’s degree in Biology or equivalent; maintains license per NCCPA guidelines and SC Board of Medical Examiners.

Preferred Experience:

At least 2 years’ experience in practicing Oncology

Skills:

Ability to be on time to work every day and to perform the responsibilities of this position; knowledgeable of EMR software; work in a fast pace environment; caring and sensitive attitude toward patients, providers and co-workers; critical thinking ability; good interpersonal, speaking and active listening skills; detail oriented and ability to multitask.

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