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Physician Assistant, Department of Urology, Boston University School of Medicine

Inside Higher Ed, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Physician Assistant, Department of Urology, Boston University School of Medicine

Under the general supervision of a physician, the Physician Assistant will provide expertise in treatments that improve urology patients’ overall health and quality of life in a clinical setting. The role focuses on patients being evaluated and/or treated for urologic cancers (e.g., prostate cancer, kidney cancer, bladder cancer). The Physician Assistant will work closely with Urologic Oncologists to provide comprehensive care in the pre-operative and post-operative settings. In addition to patient care, the PA will liaise with medical and radiation oncology colleagues to provide a multi-disciplinary care approach, and will be an integral member of the weekly multi-disciplinary tumor board conference. There may also be time to manage non-oncologic (general urology) patients. Education

Required Skills Qualified Physician Assistants will hold at least a Bachelor’s degree and must be a graduate of a PA program accredited by the ARC-PA or its predecessor. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required

The PA must be NCCPA PANCE eligible and eligible for PA licensure in the State of Massachusetts. Documentation of Massachusetts PA license and initial NCCPA certification are required upon hire. If prescribing medications is included in clinical duties and privileges, Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Registration are required. Experience

Prior experience in a similar clinical setting/specialty is preferred. Knowledge And Skills

Self-directed, initiative, professionalism, and the ability to exercise expert clinical judgment to function independently. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English are required to convey complex medical information to patients, families, physicians, staff, and community health workers. Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills are preferred. Interest or expertise in caring for diverse populations with varying levels of health literacy is encouraged. To Apply

Email Charles Allen-Allen at [contact information not provided in sanitized content]. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or marital/parental/veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Job Details

Job Location: Boston, MA Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Salary Grade: Based on experience To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/315707

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