02402 GCMG Myers Park General Surgery Surgical Oncology: 1350 Kings - Surgery: Breast

Full time

Yes

40

Surgical Oncology, Breast and Cutaneous Malignancy. 4 10 hour shifts per week. No call, weekends, holidays.

Pay Range

$47.50 - $71.25

If it’s possible, you will find it at Atrium Health—the leading community-focused academic healthcare system serving North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. We invite experienced APPs to discover all that we can do when we bring healing hearts, inquisitive minds and visionaries together. in our Surgical Oncology team at Levine Cancer Morehead in Charlotte, NC.

Shift: Day

Standard Hours: 40.00

Location: Levine Cancer Institute

Job Summary Functions primarily in a large multiple physician/multiple APP clinic, outpatient setting.  APP would provide care for patients with breast cancer, cutaneous malignancy, an elevated risk of breast cancer, or benign breast concerns.

Essential Functions

• Performs periodic medical history, physical examinations. Monitors for signs/symptoms of cancer recurrence and/or development
• Evaluates/treats acute concerns
• Orders and interprets appropriate imaging and/or laboratory studies
• Provides pre and postoperative care, long term cancer survivorship care 
• Performs minor in-office medical and/or surgical procedures. 
• Writes appropriate prescriptions and administers medications. 
• Documents all patient encounters, records observations, interventions, and actions in a medically appropriate manner on the patient's medical record. 
• Acts as a patient advocate for the population served. 
• Attends, participates and contributes to group/practice meetings and development of policies and procedures when requested.

Physical Requirements Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Must speak English fluently and in understandable terms. Must possess intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, touch, and finger dexterity. Must have the ability to react and perform in stressful situations. 

Education, Experience and Certifications. Must have or be eligible for a DEA license. Approved to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state one works. Eligible for prescriptive authority application through the Board of Nursing or Medical Board in SC required. BLS for Healthcare Provider from AHA required with expiration date greater than 90 days from date of beginning practice. Demonstrates appropriate critical thinking, interpersonal skills, and the ability to prioritize and concentrate. 

Nurse Practitioner Masters Degree or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required. License to practice as a Registered Nurse required. Certification in the area of practice from a nationally recognized certifying body required. FNP, AGNP, ANP, DNP. Physician Assistant Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program required; Masters Degree preferred. Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants preferred.

About Levine Cancer:

The Levine Cancer of Atrium Health is a unique institution designed with the innovative vision to deliver outstanding cancer care across the Carolinas, building upon its strong network of affiliated hospitals and providers. At LCI, there are more than 200 cancer doctors experienced in treating the full spectrum of solid tumor and blood cancers. With training from some of the nation’s best cancer programs and expertise in treating even the rarest and most challenging cases, our specialists have the knowledge and skill needed to best treat our patients.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program