What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider – Hematology/Oncology, Outpatient position at The University of Chicago?
Department
BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Advanced Practice Providers - Outpatient MalignantAbout the Department
Job Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will provide comprehensive care to benign hematology patients within the Section of Hematology/Oncology in The Department of Medicine. The APP will focus on patients receiving care in the outpatient setting (IV Therapy or Clinic) within a designated hematology program. The APP will work collaboratively with hematology/oncology attendings, fellows, nurses as well as other Advanced Practitioners and be proficient to independently recognize signs and symptoms of disease progression or response to therapy. Ideal candidate will be familiar with and have experience in the treatment of benign hematologic conditions.
Responsibilities
- Under the direction of a faculty sponsor and in collaboration with the program support team, the APP coordinates the care of patients through the disease process and acts as a clinical liaison for patients, across medical services and clinical departments. The APP evaluates and manages patient symptoms before during and after treatment.
- The Advanced Practice Provider will provide comprehensive care to patients for the Section of Hematology/Oncology in The Department of Medicine.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, using advanced clinical skills to manage a caseload of patients.
- Assess, diagnose, initiate delegated medical treatments, perform independent interventions and evaluate care.
- Provide a model of care that is shaped by theory, expanded by science, research and reflective practice and is identified by a holistic and comprehensive approach to the patients.
- Staff half-day or full-day clinics as assigned.
- Manage the care of patients, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment for assigned patients.
- Document history and physical examination and changes in management according to government guidelines in the outpatient clinic at University of Chicago.
- Coordinate diagnostic tests, follow-up on tests, and other patient care issues.
- As part of duties, perform reporting for government agencies, chart review, refill prescriptions, and answer phone calls, emails and 'My Chart' messages for patients for whom the APP is involved with longitudinal care.
- Attend weekly conferences and yearly continuing education courses to keep abreast of hematology/oncology patient management.
- Perform bone marrow biopsies.
- Evaluates goals and outcomes taking into account the benefit-versus-burden, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness for the patient, family and the organization.
- Develops diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions needed to achieve the goals and outcomes of the patient’s plan of care.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an accredited school/college.Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Competencies
- Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership and teaching skills.
- Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
- Ability to interview and obtain medical information.
- Willingness to enter into written collaborative agreement with a collaborating physician upon hire.
- Once licensed and as needed, willingness to apply for a mid-level practitioner controlled substance license and DEA number.
- Willingness to be privileged and credentialed through UCM Medical Staff Office prior to start date.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
- Proficiency in the use of computers.
Application Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Yes
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the
Benefits Guidebook
.
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