Head and Neck APP- Surgery- Charlotte, NC

Overview

Head and Neck APP
- Surgery
- Charlotte, NC

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- Surgery
- Charlotte, NC role at Atrium Health

Department: 02428 GCMG Myers Park General Surgery Surgical Oncology: 1350 Kings - Surgery: ENT

Status:
Full time

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Varies

Location:

Charlotte, North Carolina

• A team of 5 surgeons and 4 APPs
• The Head and Neck service was developed to provide comprehensive multidisciplinary care with head and neck service dedicated radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, palliative/integrative medicine, speech therapy, oral medicine and tumor board
• The patient population reflects the full spectrum of head and neck cases (oral cavity, oropharynx, sinonasal, salivary, larynx, endocrine, skull base)
• The group has four ablative surgeons with reconstructive experience who work in coordination with dedicated Plastic surgery head and neck reconstructive surgeons to perform 100-200 free flap reconstructive cases per year
• Specific head and neck procedures performed include Tracheostomy, Neck dissection, Glossectomy, Mandibulectomy, Thyroidectomy, Laryngectomy, Parotidectomy, etc.
• Schedule:
  
  four 10-hour days during the week. No call, nights, or holidays required.
• The Levine Cancer Institute is part of an innovative vision to deliver cancer care across North and South Carolina, building upon its strong network of affiliated hospitals and providers. The Section of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, under the direction of Dr. Zvonimir Milas, is in search of individuals who possess excellent clinical skills as well as an interest in academic pursuits.

• Function independently in the inpatient based setting with emphasis on the operative management of acutely ill patients in collaboration with a supervising physician
• Assist in complex surgical cases in the operating room
• Perform pre-operative history and physical exams as well as ongoing surveillance in the outpatient setting
• Attend and participate in weekly Head and Neck multidisciplinary educational conferences that earn CME credit
• Attend, participate and contribute to group/practice meetings and development of policies and procedures

Must have or be eligible for a DEA license. Approved to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state one works. Eligible for prescriptive authority application through the Board of Nursing or Medical Board in NC required. BLS for Healthcare Provider from AHA required with expiration date greater than 90 days from date of beginning practice. Demonstrates appropriate critical thinking, interpersonal skills, and the ability to prioritize and make proactive decisions.

Three years of relative experience and/or surgical background preferred.

• Nurse Practitioner – Master s Degree or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required. License to practice as a Registered Nurse required. Certification in the area of practice from a nationally recognized certifying body required. Acute Care board certification required based upon population and acuity served.
• Physician Assistant – Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program required;
  Master s Degree preferred. Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants preferred

$46.55 - $69.85

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