Oncology APP- Med Onc

Overview

It may sound cliché, but it is true. A career taking care of cancer patients is a calling for most all of us. It's much more than a job. Each of us has a unique story that brought us to Compass Oncology, but those stories usually share common themes of care, compassion, and commitment. No matter the role, each Compass team member serves in, the goal is the same: to provide the best care possible for each and every one of our patients.

If this sounds like you, please reach out to us. We can't wait to hear your story.

Compass Oncology hires people who are proud of what they do, work hard, have fun, want to learn and go home at the end of the day knowing they made a difference in the lives of our patients.

Full-Time, 32 Hours or 0.8 FTE (Our current providers in medical oncology see patients 4 days per week in the clinic.)

West Cancer Center in Tigard, OR (12123 SW 69th Avenue, Tigard, OR 97223)

$113,048- $ (note: this compensation band is for 1.0 FTE and will be adjusted based on FTE)

Under supervision of the physician, provides primary care in collaborative joint practice with the physicians to patients and/or family members in the hospital setting on a regular basis, and within the practice setting as requested by physicians. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care for individual patients.
• Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response within practice protocol; prescribes drug therapies per protocol/physician consultation.
• Assists physicians and performs procedures as needed; conducts patient assessments and provides physician with information prior to seeing the patient.
• Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.
• Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Promotes/provides staff education.
• Incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice.
• Knowledgeable of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
• Completes patient charge tickets.
• May mentor new mid-level providers.

• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certification.
• Current state license as a Physician Assistant in practicing state.
• Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.

Compass Oncology team brings together leading cancer experts in the fields of surgical, medical and radiation oncology, pathology and palliative care to provide the most comprehensive cancer care possible and an even more cohesive patient experience. If you are a dedicated, team-oriented, patient-centered individual looking for an opportunity where you are proud of what you do, work hard, have fun, want to learn and go home at the end of the day knowing you made a difference in the lives of our patients;
Compass Oncology is the place for you!

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Critical Illness, Hospital, and Legal Plans
• PTO and Holiday Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Robust Wellness Program and Incentives
• EAP
• Perks
• Jeans Fridays!

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.