Advanced Practice Provider; NP​/PA- Ambulatory Surgical Oncology- GI​/Sarcoma

Job Title:

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)- Ambulatory Surgical Oncology- GI/Sarcoma Department:
Health System Shared Services | APP Administration

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for providing health care services to patients within the parameters of a standard care or supervisory agreement with an attending physician member of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Collaborates with a physician(s) and other clinicians in providing a full scope of patient care. The focus is on preventive health or the management of acute and/or stable chronic conditions.

Performs medical services that have been specifically authorized and directed by the credentialing body and the certifying organization through which they hold licensure.

The APP provides health care services to patients working in collaboration with a licensed physician member of the medical staff. Healthcare services provided include care during acute and chronic phases of illness, education, and counseling of individuals and families, health promotion and prevention, and referral to other healthcare providers and community resources when appropriate.

• Current certificate of authority to practice as an APRN in the State of Ohio
• Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the certification examination of a national certifying organization recognized by the Ohio Board of Nursing Master of Science Degree in Nursing
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• 0-2 years of surgical or oncology experience preferred.
• OR
• Masters Prepared;
• Graduate of a PA-C program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the certification examination recognized by the National Certification Commission for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Eligibility for State of Ohio licensure as a PA-C
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• 0-2 years of surgical or oncology experience preferred.

Additional Information:
The ambulatory surgery oncology service specializes in the surgical management of patient with history of GI and sarcoma cancers. The service specializes in the diagnosis, staging, and surgical management of a wide range of solid tumors using evidence-based techniques, including open, minimally invasive, and robotic approaches when appropriate. Working collaboratively with medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, radiology, and other specialists, the team develops individualized treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes.

Location:

James Cancer Hospital (0375)

Position Type:
Regular

Scheduled

Hours:

40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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