Shape of Surgical Oncology Care: APP BUMCT

Inpatient Advanced Practice Provider – Surgical Oncology Banner University Medicine Tucson Shape the Future of Surgical Oncology Care: APP Opportunity with the Surgical Oncology Team

Banner University Medicine Tucson (B-UMCT) seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for our Surgical Oncology Division. Specifically, this PA/NP will collaborate with a team of 5 surgical oncologists and 1 APP who focus on complex procedures involving the liver, pancreas, biliary system, and gastrointestinal tract to treat both benign and malignant conditions including cancers, cysts, and inflammatory disorders.

Our advanced practice providers thrive in a collaborative environment where continuous learning and growth are encouraged. You will work in a respectful, transparent setting managing complex surgical oncology patients while having opportunities to:

• Develop your clinical expertise
• Interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications
• Participate in education and research initiatives
• Ensure smooth transitions from the inpatient to the outpatient setting
• Ensure appropriate oncologic follow-up with the multidisciplinary team
• Assist in the operating room
• Perform minor therapeutic/diagnostic procedures

We are committed to your professional development. Collaborative, highly motivated new graduates with patient care experience who enjoy a fast-paced, high acuity team environment are encouraged to apply!

This role is an inpatient role. The PA/NP will support these complex oncology patients throughout their inpatient surgical journey, working with a team of surgical residents, consultants, case managers, physical therapists, and dieticians to ensure the best outcomes. There is an emphasis on ensuring readiness for discharge and appropriate oncologic follow-up as patients are discharged from the hospital and embark on the next phase of their care.

• Round on the inpatient service daily
• Patient Evaluation:
  Comprehensive assessment of postoperative patients and new surgical oncology consults
• Clinical Management:
  Ordering tests, consulting specialists, and arranging admissions
• Procedural
  
  Skills:
  
  Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures such as drain removal, opening of wounds, basic wound care
• Continuity of Care:
  Serving as a consistent presence on the team
• Team Communication:
  Coordinating care through various channels
• Documentation:
  Maintaining thorough patient records
• Discharge Planning:
  Working with case managers for smooth transitions of care with a goal of facilitating smooth transitions between hospital and outpatient settings
• First Assist:
  Surgical assistance when needed
• Interpret diagnostic tests and prescribe medications
• Collaborate with surgeons, residents, nurses, and other team members
• Participate in patient education, consultation, and research

Comfortable with clinical management in the inpatient setting and works well in a collaborative multidisciplinary team. Motivated and willing to learn. New graduates with interest in complex surgical care are encouraged to apply!

• Current Board Certification, DEA license, and BLS certification
• Graduate degree from an accredited NP/PA program
• Oncology experience preferred but not required

5-Day, 8-Hour Shifts or 4 day 10-hour shifts per preference

Banner University Medical Center Tucson, 1625 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719

• Paid Sick Time, Personal Time Off, and CME
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Family support benefits including adoption assistance
• Wellness programs and mental health resources
• Competitive retirement plan with matching
• And much more!

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