Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Inc.
RADIATION ONCOLOGY PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT I
Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Inc., Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
You may choose to display a cookie banner on the external site. You must specify the message in the cookie banner and may add a link to a relevant policy. If you are unfamiliar with these requirements, please seek the advice of legal counsel. )Site: Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.In the Department of Radiation Oncology, the advanced practice provider (APP) can expect to have the unique opportunity to work collaboratively with the radiation oncology physicians, while also practicing independently within the Cancer Centers. While the APP can expect a relatively predictable work schedule planned whenever possible, scheduling variations may occur to cover clinical needs as they become apparent to the department/division/clinic.
Requirements and responsibilities for the APP in radiation oncology specific to this role include the following:
Preferred experience in oncology, preference given to pediatric oncology, within the past 5 years
Neuro-oncology experience beneficial.
PALS certification encouraged
Primary role supporting pediatric and central nervous system radiation oncology service providing time-intensive, expert supportive care to patients from referral to follow up.
Secondary clinical role in general radiation oncology follow up care is expected.
Assist in navigating patients and their families through the course of radiation therapy from consultation to readying for treatment and completion of care.
Independently manage the supportive care and urgent patient needs that occur during treatment and in the immediate weeks after treatment and report to the supervising physician.
Review and manage patient communications using EPIC InBasket
Prescribe pre-and post-treatment medications following physician consultation or in collaboration and subsequently instructing patients and families regarding medications
Evaluate and care for patients who are undergoing treatment concerning the acute and chronic effects from radiation therapy and review patient cases with supervising physician as appropriate
Coordinate new patient education and assist with new patient consults as needed.
Support radiation oncology department via participation in APP coverage model and general clinic support as needed
Must have a strong foundation in evaluating evidence-based care publications and applying this knowledge to patient care.
Assisting physicians with radiation delivery procedures as needed
Recognizing situations which require the immediate attention of a physician and executing appropriately.**Job Summary**The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.
Essential Functions: Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.
-Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
-Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
-Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
-Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
-Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
-Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.**Qualifications****Additional Job Details (if applicable)****Remote Type**Hybrid**Work Location**75 Francis Street**Scheduled Weekly Hours**40**Employee Type**Regular**Work Shift**Day (United States of America)**Pay Range**$120,390.40 - $170,456.00/Annual**Grade**7At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.**EEO Statement:**Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.## **Mass General Brigham Competency Framework**At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world.Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts.Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world.Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community.We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system.We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Requirements and responsibilities for the APP in radiation oncology specific to this role include the following:
Preferred experience in oncology, preference given to pediatric oncology, within the past 5 years
Neuro-oncology experience beneficial.
PALS certification encouraged
Primary role supporting pediatric and central nervous system radiation oncology service providing time-intensive, expert supportive care to patients from referral to follow up.
Secondary clinical role in general radiation oncology follow up care is expected.
Assist in navigating patients and their families through the course of radiation therapy from consultation to readying for treatment and completion of care.
Independently manage the supportive care and urgent patient needs that occur during treatment and in the immediate weeks after treatment and report to the supervising physician.
Review and manage patient communications using EPIC InBasket
Prescribe pre-and post-treatment medications following physician consultation or in collaboration and subsequently instructing patients and families regarding medications
Evaluate and care for patients who are undergoing treatment concerning the acute and chronic effects from radiation therapy and review patient cases with supervising physician as appropriate
Coordinate new patient education and assist with new patient consults as needed.
Support radiation oncology department via participation in APP coverage model and general clinic support as needed
Must have a strong foundation in evaluating evidence-based care publications and applying this knowledge to patient care.
Assisting physicians with radiation delivery procedures as needed
Recognizing situations which require the immediate attention of a physician and executing appropriately.**Job Summary**The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.
Essential Functions: Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.
-Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
-Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
-Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
-Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
-Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
-Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.**Qualifications****Additional Job Details (if applicable)****Remote Type**Hybrid**Work Location**75 Francis Street**Scheduled Weekly Hours**40**Employee Type**Regular**Work Shift**Day (United States of America)**Pay Range**$120,390.40 - $170,456.00/Annual**Grade**7At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.**EEO Statement:**Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.## **Mass General Brigham Competency Framework**At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world.Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts.Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world.Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community.We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system.We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence. #J-18808-Ljbffr