Hematology Advanced Practice Provider

Job Description

*Company Overview*

Northwest Medical Specialties is a physician-owned practice dedicated to providing exceptional cancer care through a compassionate approach. With multiple locations throughout the South Puget Sound in Washington state, we prioritize our patients, employees, and community.

*Summary*

The Hematology Advanced Practice Provider will function as a healthcare provider, with physician oversight, and will work in collaboration with a broad multidisciplinary health team. This position will provide comprehensive care in the outpatient setting, demonstrating a high degree of clinical expertise working with patients with acute and chronic hematology illnesses. This position will also be responsible for assessment, understanding of diagnosis, treatment, co-management, education, health promotion and care coordination for patients.

This position will offer support at both our Puyallup and Tacoma locations.

*Responsibilities*

* Provides comprehensive care to hematology patients, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
* Provides care for inpatient and outpatient as needed.
* Participates in the call schedule as needed.
* Manages and monitors patient treatment plans, adjusting as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
* Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
* Stays current with the latest advancements in hematology through continuous education and professional development.
* Contributes to the development and implementation of evidence-based practice guidelines.
* Serves as a resource for healthcare team members, providing expertise in hematology.
* Works closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement patient care plans.
* Participates in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss and coordinate patient care.
* Collaborates with support services such as social work, palliative care, and other disciplines to address the holistic needs of patients.
* Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, potential side effects, and available support services.
* Provides emotional support and guidance to patients and families throughout their treatment journey.
* Acts as a resource for colleagues, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance the overall quality of care.
* Participates in quality improvement initiatives as needed.
* Contributes to research activities and clinical trials.
* Responds to in-office infusion reactions and/or other adverse events for acute assessment and intervention as needed.
* Communicates changes in patient’s health status or urgent patient issues to the primary attending in a timely manner.
* Maintains accurate, complete, concise and timely documentation in electronic medical record system.
* Follows ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent and unanticipated adverse outcomes.
* Considers cost effectiveness and risk/benefit analysis when making decisions about patient care.
* Complies with all company policies and procedures.
* Performs other duties as assigned by management.

*Qualifications*

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Effectively utilizes critical thinking to synthesize and analyze information.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
* Flexible, resilient and change oriented.
* Must have reliable transportation.
* Able to travel to/work from various clinic locations as needed.

*Education/Experience *

* Minimum of two (2) years of experience in hematology and oncology preferred.

*Certificates and Licenses *

* Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of Washington.
* Active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and National Provider Identifier (NPI) numbers, as well as prescriptive authority.
* Certification in Oncology or Hematology is highly desirable but not required.

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives while advancing your career, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at Northwest Medical Specialties!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 – $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance

License/Certification:
* PA-C or Nurse Practitioner License (Required)

Ability to Commute:
* Puyallup, WA 98373 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Puyallup, WA 98373: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person