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Advanced Practice Provider - Full Time - Desoto

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Job Title: Advance Practice Provider About UsAt West Cancer Center, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while advancing groundbreaking research.

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Responsibilities

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→Assess and examine patients; collect medical history and perform physical exams.
→Order and interpret diagnostic labs and radiology studies.
→Plan, order, and prescribe treatments and medications within scope of practice.
→Perform procedures within specialty competency (e.g., bone marrow aspirates, Ommaya taps).
→Provide patient education and counseling, ensuring documentation in the EMR.
→Assist with chemotherapy/immunotherapy consents and hospital admissions.
→Communicate and collaborate with physicians on new patient issues and care plans.
→Review pathology and records, obtaining documentation as needed.
→Identify patients eligible for clinical trials in conjunction with MD and research staff.
→Manage patient needs between visits (triage calls, refills, symptom management).
→Provide continuity of care when physician is unavailable.
→Supervise infusion care by monitoring labs, clearing patients for treatment, and responding to emergent situations.
→Mentor and serve as a resource for nurses in the infusion setting.
→Participate in tumor boards, staff meetings, and multidisciplinary conferences.
→Maintain accurate documentation and correspondence for referring providers.
→Ensure compliance with patient safety, confidentiality, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

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Must hold advanced practice licensure/certification as required by the state of Tennessee.
Nurse Practitioners must also hold an RN license in Tennessee.
Certificate to prescribe and current DEA license required.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) required; ACLS preferred.
Experience in oncology or related specialty preferred.

Strong clinical knowledge with ability to assess, diagnose, and treat oncology patients.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and follow-up abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in computer applications, including EMR, word processing, and email.
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and independently when required.
Professional demeanor with flexibility, reliability, and commitment to patient care.
Ability to react quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.

Meaningful Impact: Play a direct role in supporting patients through one of the most challenging times of their lives.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals committed to improving cancer care.
Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing training, educational resources, and growth opportunities.
Mission-Driven Environment: Be part of an organization guided by compassion, integrity, and innovation.

What We Offer

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Take the next step in your career and become part of a team that is making a real difference. If you’re passionate about advanced practice in oncology, patient-centered care, and improving outcomes, apply now to join West Cancer Center as an Advance Practice Provider.