Advanced Practice Provider, Head and Neck​/ENT

Advanced Practice Provider, Head and Neck/ENTAbout City of Hope

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies.

With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) works collaboratively with the supervising physician to provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for oncology and surgical patients.

• Performing patient assessments
• Obtaining detailed medical histories
• Conducting physical examinations
• Participating in daily rounds
• Developing and implementing treatment plans
• Ordering appropriate medications, laboratory studies, diagnostic tests, therapeutic interventions, and supportive care services
• Evaluating patient conditions, communicating clinical changes to the supervising physician, and serving as a key liaison between patients, families, nursing staff, and the multidisciplinary care team to ensure coordinated, high-quality care
• Completing timely and accurate documentation
• Providing patient education and counseling
• Obtaining informed consent
• Supporting cancer surveillance and perioperative care
• Facilitating referrals to appropriate healthcare resources
• Responding appropriately to urgent or emergent patient care situations
• Maintaining professional licensure and certification requirements
• Participating in ongoing professional development
• Adhering to all organizational policies, regulatory requirements, quality standards, safety guidelines, and confidentiality practices while supporting the mission, values, and goals of City of Hope

The successful candidate:
Must be able to work FT;
Monday-Friday 8:00a-5:00p. Provide direct clinical support for the inpatient unit, serving as the primary liaison between patients, clinicians, and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure continuity of care. Collaborate with referring and supervising physicians to assess patient needs, determine appropriate interventions, and serve as a clinical resource to the care team. Enter and manage patient orders within the electronic medical record (EMR), including medications, admissions, laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, IV fluids, and other treatment-related orders in accordance with hospital policies, state regulations, and scope of practice.

Complete timely, accurate, and comprehensive clinical documentation, including history and physical examinations (H&Ps), consult notes, progress notes, and follow-up documentation. Conduct patient evaluations, participate in consultative services, provide patient and family education, and obtain informed consent as appropriate. Coordinate and facilitate patient care across the continuum, enhancing communication, patient flow, and collaboration among physicians, nursing staff, and other stakeholders. Support clinical operations and provide coverage or assistance in other clinical areas as needed to meet patient care and departmental needs.

Maintain all required professional licenses, certifications, and continuing education requirements. Participate in onboarding, training, professional development initiatives, and departmental meetings to support team and organizational goals.

Demonstrate leadership and accountability by upholding the…