What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Role position at Geisinger?
Career Description:
This role involves working as an Advanced Practice Provider in Geisinger's Cancer Institute, specifically in an outpatient setting. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience as an APP in cancer or adult medicine, preferably in the inpatient setting. They will be responsible for diagnosing and developing treatment plans for patients, making accurate entries into the electronic medical record, ordering diagnostic testing, consulting as needed, and prescribing appropriate therapy.
Detailed Job Duties:
Qualifications:
A Master's Degree in Nurse Practitioner (Required) or Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant (Required). Basic Life Support Certification and Certified Physician Assistant certification are also required.
About Geisinger:
We strive to treat everyone with kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We offer competitive benefits, a diverse workforce, and a culture that values collaboration and teamwork.
This role involves working as an Advanced Practice Provider in Geisinger's Cancer Institute, specifically in an outpatient setting. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience as an APP in cancer or adult medicine, preferably in the inpatient setting. They will be responsible for diagnosing and developing treatment plans for patients, making accurate entries into the electronic medical record, ordering diagnostic testing, consulting as needed, and prescribing appropriate therapy.
Detailed Job Duties:
- Assess patients' conditions, establish presumptive diagnoses, and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribe medications or therapies as necessary, utilizing evidence-based practice.
- Evaluate and report significant risks to patient health or well-being to collaborating physicians.
- Communicate effectively with collaborative physicians, patients, PCPs, and referring staff.
Qualifications:
A Master's Degree in Nurse Practitioner (Required) or Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant (Required). Basic Life Support Certification and Certified Physician Assistant certification are also required.
About Geisinger:
We strive to treat everyone with kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We offer competitive benefits, a diverse workforce, and a culture that values collaboration and teamwork.
