(PA) Sr. Physician Assistant - Cancer Services - 137158

In collaboration with Attending Oncologists, the Physician Assistant provides suspicion of cancer and same-day cancer services for established oncology patients. Acts as a liaison and collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team. Provides patient/family and staff education. Supports the development and revision of divisional policies and procedures. Participates in and/or initiates research. Will provide care to oncology patients in the outpatient oncology and infusion center. Demonstrates knowledge of solid cancers and hematological blood cancers. Demonstrates knowledge of administration of antineoplastic therapies, side effect management, and triage of oncologic emergencies. Develops and expands the role responsibilities as patient and system needs change.

Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, excellent verbal and written communication skills and leadership core competencies. Has the ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary team. Has the ability to understand the medical as well as psych-social needs of a patient population with cancer. Will work with and evaluate patients on clinical trials. May perform procedures such as paracenteses, bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures, skin biopsies and antineoplastic therapy ordering.

While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.

• Must be a graduate from a physician assistant program approved by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).

• California Physician Assistant (PA) license.

• Current PA Certification from NCCPA.

• Current ART certification, or BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire, with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date.

• One (1+) or more years of Oncology experience as a licensed Physician Assistant.

• Proven ability to perform initial history and physical examination, identify major medical problems, and formulate appropriate plans of action.

• Demonstrated knowledge of common diagnostic tests, exams, and procedures used in a clinic setting.

• Must understand the purpose, required supplies and/or equipment, how to perform the procedure accurately, infection control, and accurate documentation of the medical chart.

• Strong ability to manage own patient load.

• Relevant oncology certification.

• ER and/or Urgent Care experience.

• Ambulatory or independent clinic experience.

• PICC and midline IV placement proficiency.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Must be able to obtain UCSD Medical Staff privileges and maintain during employment. Due to advanced practice credentialing eligibility, clinical advanced practice experience must be within the last two years.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.