Nurse Practitioner Job at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Job ID:
31491
Location:
20 Prospect Street, Milford, MA 01757
Category:
NP/PA
Employment Type:
Full time
Work Location:
Onsite: Full time on Campus
Overview
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) is an experienced clinician who demonstrates expert knowledge of general hematology/oncology, incorporating knowledge of general internal medicine and medical complications unique to hematology/oncology patients.
The Satellite Float NP/PA works closely with the collaborating physician as well as other members of multidisciplinary teams at each of the DFCI satellite locations (including Milford and Foxborough) to develop and coordinate a plan of care for patients. The satellite float NP/PA will be assigned to a satellite location on a time limited basis, based upon the needs of the site which may include staff vacancy, leave of absences or patient volume. This position requires the ability to travel to DFCI satellite locations as well as the opportunity to work partially remote at times. This role requires the ability to quickly assimilate to a new environment and foster team relationships at each site.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Responsibilities
In collaboration with a physician, manages therapeutic regimens for acute and chronic problems associated with such disease, treatment and/or conditions.
Provides anticipatory guidance, patient and family education, and psychological and emotional support.
Evaluates the patient’s response to therapy and appropriately modifies interventions as needed.
Orders consultations, diagnostic and laboratory tests and scans in accordance with research protocols and current practice standards.
Completes all requisitions in accordance with DFCI policies and procedures.
Possesses prescriptive authority which includes schedule II through V controlled substances in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Effectively communicates and collaborates with co-workers at the Institute in addition to collaborating institutions and agencies.
Takes advantage of formal and informal learning opportunities to strengthen his or her knowledge base in support of the Institute's Mission, Vision and Core Values.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
PATIENT CONTACT: Yes – all ages.
Qualifications
NP Qualifications:
Authorization to practice in an expanded role as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Current certification from a nationally recognized accrediting body approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing for Nurse Practitioners
Minimum of 24 contact hours beyond generic education in pharmacotherapeutics
Master’s degree in Nursing
Minimum of 1 year Nurse Practitioner experience required
Oncology Nurse Practitioner experience preferred
In possession of Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Federal DEA numbers
Certification in Oncology Nursing preferred - OCN, AOCN, CPON
PA Qualifications:
Master’s degree and successful completion of an AAPA/NCCPA accredited Physician Assistant Studies program required
NCCPA Certified
Licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Massachusetts
Must maintain current DEA and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Licenses
Complete 100 hours of CME according to national and state regulations during each 2-year period of employment
Minimum 1 year of professional PA experience required
PA I: Minimum 1-year professional Physician Assistant experience
PA II: 2 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience
PA III: 5 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate with others at the Institute as well as external institutions and agencies
Critical thinking skills
Understanding of research principles and practices and leadership that improves the quality of care and advances nursing/medical care within the Institute and throughout the community.
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.
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31491
Location:
20 Prospect Street, Milford, MA 01757
Category:
NP/PA
Employment Type:
Full time
Work Location:
Onsite: Full time on Campus
Overview
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) is an experienced clinician who demonstrates expert knowledge of general hematology/oncology, incorporating knowledge of general internal medicine and medical complications unique to hematology/oncology patients.
The Satellite Float NP/PA works closely with the collaborating physician as well as other members of multidisciplinary teams at each of the DFCI satellite locations (including Milford and Foxborough) to develop and coordinate a plan of care for patients. The satellite float NP/PA will be assigned to a satellite location on a time limited basis, based upon the needs of the site which may include staff vacancy, leave of absences or patient volume. This position requires the ability to travel to DFCI satellite locations as well as the opportunity to work partially remote at times. This role requires the ability to quickly assimilate to a new environment and foster team relationships at each site.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Responsibilities
In collaboration with a physician, manages therapeutic regimens for acute and chronic problems associated with such disease, treatment and/or conditions.
Provides anticipatory guidance, patient and family education, and psychological and emotional support.
Evaluates the patient’s response to therapy and appropriately modifies interventions as needed.
Orders consultations, diagnostic and laboratory tests and scans in accordance with research protocols and current practice standards.
Completes all requisitions in accordance with DFCI policies and procedures.
Possesses prescriptive authority which includes schedule II through V controlled substances in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Effectively communicates and collaborates with co-workers at the Institute in addition to collaborating institutions and agencies.
Takes advantage of formal and informal learning opportunities to strengthen his or her knowledge base in support of the Institute's Mission, Vision and Core Values.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
PATIENT CONTACT: Yes – all ages.
Qualifications
NP Qualifications:
Authorization to practice in an expanded role as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Current certification from a nationally recognized accrediting body approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing for Nurse Practitioners
Minimum of 24 contact hours beyond generic education in pharmacotherapeutics
Master’s degree in Nursing
Minimum of 1 year Nurse Practitioner experience required
Oncology Nurse Practitioner experience preferred
In possession of Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Federal DEA numbers
Certification in Oncology Nursing preferred - OCN, AOCN, CPON
PA Qualifications:
Master’s degree and successful completion of an AAPA/NCCPA accredited Physician Assistant Studies program required
NCCPA Certified
Licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Massachusetts
Must maintain current DEA and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Licenses
Complete 100 hours of CME according to national and state regulations during each 2-year period of employment
Minimum 1 year of professional PA experience required
PA I: Minimum 1-year professional Physician Assistant experience
PA II: 2 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience
PA III: 5 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate with others at the Institute as well as external institutions and agencies
Critical thinking skills
Understanding of research principles and practices and leadership that improves the quality of care and advances nursing/medical care within the Institute and throughout the community.
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.
#LI-SJ1
EEOC Poster
Please Note :
ajayjain.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, ajayjain.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.