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About the Role
Roswell Park Care Network has a wonderful opportunity for an experienced Physician Assistant at our Northtowns Medical Oncology Hematology Clinic in Williamsville, NY. Roswell Park Care Network is a recognized leader in oncology and specialty care, supporting community physician practices across New York State. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care while advancing innovative treatment options in a collaborative and patient-focused environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide healthcare services to patients including health promotion, cancer prevention, care for acute and chronic phases of illness, as well as patient and family education and counseling.
- Refer patients to other healthcare providers and community resources when appropriate.
- Assess the physical and psychological status of patients through interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies.
- Recognize deviations from normal in physical assessment and collaborate with physicians in formulating treatment plans and follow-up.
- Write prescriptions for medications and blood products based on laboratory results, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and post-discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols.
- Review findings and determine eligibility for entry into clinical trials.
- Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team and request written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
- Interpret and evaluate findings from diagnostic studies.
- Relay appropriate actions to facilitate and implement therapeutic plans consistent with the continuing care needs of the patient.
- Administer therapeutic measures/obtain specimens as appropriate.
- Evaluate the quality of care provided and recommend changes for improvement.
- Initiate appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans consistent with the continuing care needs of the patient.
- Dictate or write patient history, admission notes, care plans, progress notes, discharge notes, and follow-up letters.
- Assist in management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during the acute and chronic phase of the patient’s care.
- Triage patients appropriately and provide emergency treatment as necessary.
- Consider the physical, emotional, social, and economic status, as well as cultural and educational backgrounds of individuals, families, and communities when providing care.
- Ensure departmental and interdepartmental policies, procedures, and standards of care are maintained and assist in interpreting these to patients, visitors, and staff.
- Inform supervisors and/or the nurse supervisor of actual/potential problems that require resolution at the administrative level.
- Contribute to the nursing profession through publications, committee involvement, and development of educational media or use of creative approaches to improve patient care.
- Educate patients and families about the disease process and treatment.
- Provide information to patients and families related to symptom management and the psychosocial response to cancer and its treatment.
- Identify the learning needs of the nursing and medical staff and students and implement educational programs as appropriate.
- Provide formal and informal education to the nursing staff.
- Act as a preceptor for graduate nursing students.
- Participate in the development of clinical pathways and educational materials.
- Provide consultation to community groups and professional groups.
- Identify, analyze, and resolve patient care problems, resulting in system improvements or improvements in patient care.
- Participate in continuous quality improvement/organization operating procedure activities.
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuously improving the quality of care provided to patients.
- Apply current concepts and principles from research to practice setting.
- Initiate changes in clinical practice based on findings of research or quality improvement projects.
- Participate in multidisciplinary clinical research activities; participate in clinical trials and act as a patient advocate.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Physician Assistant studies; or Bachelor's degree and completion of a Physician Assistant Certification Program recognized by the New York State Education Department.
- Physician Assistant Certification to Practice in New York State
- One year of experience required. Oncology preferred.
- BLS required.
Location
- Williamsville, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1 year
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
- Physician Assistant Certification
Benefits
- Monday-Friday schedule
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous vacation and sick time
- Company-paid life insurance
- Sign On Bonus Eligible!
About the Company
- Roswell Park Care Network is a recognized leader in oncology and specialty care, supporting community physician practices across New York State.
- We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care while advancing innovative treatment options in a collaborative and patient-focused environment.