Physician Assistant Specialty Care – Hematology Oncology (Dual Posted with JOID 57603)

This is a Dual Posting linked with Job ID 57553 (Nurse Practitioner Specialty Care - Hematology Oncology) and multiple candidates will be selected. Final titles will be determined by candidate's qualifications.

The Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, within the School of Medicine is pleased to announce openings for a Physician Assistant Specialty Care to join their expanding team.  These APPs primary focus will be care management of Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) patients in a blend of inpatient and outpatient services.

The Department of Medicine's mission is to provide the best care to patients; create an excellent educational experience for students, residents, and fellows; and advance the understanding of human illness and disease through creative and collaborative research.

The Department offers outstanding facilities and a dedicated team of physicians, scientists, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, and staff members committed to advancement in terms of scientific achievement, clinical service, and medical education in 10 core divisions.

Roles and responsibilities :

Perform patient triage and care planning for acute symptom management related to oncologic treatment.

Provide information to patients and families related to symptom management and psychosocial responses to the diagnosis of cancer and related treatments.

Perform professional, clinical and technical competencies required in  Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) practice settings within the Bone Marrow Transplant Cellular Therapy (BMTCT) Program.

Evaluate medical problems of patients in the Bone Marrow Transplant Cellular Therapy (BMTCT) practice settings and appropriately requests consultation of other specialties when indicated.

Lead family centered multidisciplinary rounds, provide bedside care, and manage admissions and discharges to / from the inpatient BMT unit.

Work as part of a multidisciplinary team including an Attending Hematologist or Oncologist to provide care for current and new inpatients on the acute care floor and outpatient clinic setting.

Share coverage responsibilities between in and outpatient services providing continuity of care for patients and families as they transition from the floor to the outpatient BMT clinic.

Perform procedures, such as but not limited to : lumbar punctures with instillation of intrathecal chemotherapy and bone marrow aspirates and biopsies.

Monitor patient condition, laboratory values, and results of diagnostic procedures. Maintain records, write orders, and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.

Follow University policies, evidence-based practice / SOPs / FACT requirements as well as state and federal regulations.

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Specialty certificate by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Nephrology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Pediatrics, or Psychiatry.

Additional license / certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Physicians Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https : / / www.umsystem.edu / totalrewards / benefits .

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