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The Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC) is looking for a **Per Diem** Advanced Practice Provider to join the team!

Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center is a world leader in cancer research, patient care and education. Our preeminent position is reflected in our continuous designation as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) since 1973, one of 47 such centers in the United States. The Abramson Cancer Center at PPMC has a talented and eclectic team of providers.

The Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) or Physician Assistant will work in the outpatient setting. The Hematology/Oncology outpatient clinic responsibilities include evaluating patients in an independent clinic setting as well as supporting the physicians. The CRNP or PA-C is accountable for the continuity of patient care utilizing advanced practice skills and knowledge. Duties encompass clinical practice, consultation, education, and research. The CRNP or PA-C is self-motivated and conceptually utilizes their comprehensive knowledge base to coordinate clinical activities. Additionally, they assist physicians in maintaining a patient/customer focus, supports the delivery of highest quality care, shares a passion for patient and customer centered care. This position requires frequent use of independent judgment in a clinical setting in evaluating and treating patients. They work in a collaborative practice setting with a supervising/collaborating physician to care for patients within the Division of Hematology/Oncology.

Summary:

All APPs function under the guidelines as designed by the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center medical staff guidelines and are credentialed through that body.

The APP will be held accountable through a formal job description, delineation of privileges, and through their agreement with their collaborating physician and a Collaborative Practice Agreement.

All clinical work hours and associated requirements will be defined and managed under the direction of the collaborating physician/division designee, and within the Human Resource guidelines.

The Advanced Practice Provider contributes to excellence in education, leadership, professional contribution and practice.

No weekends, holidays, or on call.

Responsibilities:

Provides direct clinical care for patient population according to established protocols and utilizes evidence based practice standards in collaboration with team.

Maintains accurate and confidential medical records.

Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with organizational standards in the electronic health record (EHR). Identifies self properly to the patient and family and clarifies the role of the nurse practitioner if necessary.

The Advance Practice Professional should function within their scope and refer to the collaborating physician when outside of scope, and/or directed by the collaborating physician or when requested by the patient and/or family.

Performs interventions specific to assigned patient population and collaborative agreement.Participates in the performance improvement processes to meet quality of care and service standards.

Demonstrates awareness of professional responsibility as role model to peers and members of the health care team.

Performs approved therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patient’s clinical status.

Addresses patient and family concerns and creates a therapeutic relationship to provide support.

Provides patient education, counseling and instruction regarding patient diagnosis, medical treatments, medications, and preventative care.

Participates in and support accreditation, compliance and regulatory activities of the organization

Minimum Requirements:

BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association (For providers in the ambulatory setting) required

PA CRNP or PA-C licensure at or before start date required.

The CRNP or PA-C must be reviewed by the Credentials Committee and approved by the Medical Board.

Education Specialization: Master's Degree Physician Assistant, or Nursing Practice, or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Nursing

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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