Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Oncology

Location

Avera Pierre Clinic

Regular

Day Shift (United States of America)

• Medical and Radiation Oncology
• Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Board of Nursing Upon Hire
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing Upon Hire
• Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) - Federal DEA and State CSR Upon Hire
• Open to Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistants (see PA requirements below)

Provides appropriate medical care to all patients by assessing physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients to develop a plan of care.

• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to medical staff approved protocol and acceptable standards of practice.
• Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members, contributing to health education of individuals and groups and applying methods to increase motivation for self‑care.
• Consults and collaborates with physicians during assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
• Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.
• Interprets diagnostic information and consults with physicians regarding abnormal findings to establish an appropriate plan of care.
• Ensures appropriate referrals are made for patients.
• Provides quality care, demonstrating appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices and reacting appropriately to environmental safety factors.
• Contributes effectively to the development and attainment of physician practice goals.
• Practices according to written, approved protocols and adheres to practice policies, procedures, goals, and standards.
• Maintains accurate patient records.

The individual must be able to work the specified hours and perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Requirements include adequate visual acuity, effective communication, hearing, understanding and distinguishing speech and other sounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made as long as they do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

• Certified Physician Assistant (NCCPA) - Upon Hire
• Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) - US Department of Justice, based on state practice
  - Upon Hire
• Physician Assistant
  - Licensed and qualified to practice in the state as required by job assignment
  - Upon Hire

• Commitment to Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles.
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE).
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow with other team members.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards, including CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA where applicable.

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development guided by hands‑on training and mentorship.

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other categories protected by law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation for your online application, please call 1‑605‑504‑4444 or email talent.