About the Role
This is an opportunity for a motivated APP to join an interdisciplinary team in the Department of Pediatrics providing care to patients with hematologic and oncologic diagnoses. The team seeks a good decision-maker, with proven success at making timely decisions. This person must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment dealing with a wide range of hematologic and oncologic diagnoses. Must be adept at planning and prioritizing work while communicating efficiently in a team environment. Must be flexible in their approach and demeanor in order to align with the shifting demands of evolving circumstances. Candidate will work as a collaborative member of the APP team and provide coverage to support the needs of the group.
Responsibilities
- Evaluation and management of acute illness, chronic symptom management, follow-up care, coordination of services and patient/family education.
- Provide treatments for patients in the practice within the on-site pediatric infusion center.
- Manage patients with conditions such as leukemia, lymphoma, solid tumor, iron deficiency, anemia and anti-coagulation conditions.
- Provide coverage of the pediatric infusion center for all diagnosis.
- Cross-coverage of patient visits and in basket messages for other members of the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology group.
- Participate in the education of learners (students and new employees), using clinical learning experiences, knowledge sharing and skill training.
Requirements
- Master's degree as a Nurse Practitioner, an active New York State Registered Nurse license in good standing, an active New York State Nurse Practitioner licensure in good standing and current national certification as an Nurse Practitioner.
- Completion of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program, an active New York State Physician Assistant licensure in good standing and current national certification as a Physician Assistant by NCCPA.
- Demonstrate clinical competence, superior verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal effectiveness and customer relation skills, computer competence and must have an active desire to learn.
Skills
- Decision-making
- Timely decision making
- Working effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Planning and prioritizing work
- Efficient communication in a team environment
- Flexibility
- Organizational skills
- Team skills
- Pediatric hematology/oncology experience (priority)
Location
- 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Work Type
- Full time
- Rotating
Experience Level
- Regular
Education Level
- Master's degree
- ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program
Salary/Compensations
- $98,508.00 - $132,995.00
About the Company
- As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
- The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.
Equal Opportunity
- EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
- The University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
