Oregon Health & Science University
Oncology Infusion - Outpatient Advanced Practice Providers (Nurse Practitioner o
Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Overview
Oncology Infusion - Outpatient Advanced Practice Providers (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Location: US-OR-Portland Department
- Hematology and Medical Oncology - Knight Cancer Institute Posting Details
- Requisition ID: 2025-35887; Job Type: Faculty; Position Type: Regular Full-Time; FTE: 1.00; Drug Testable: Yes
Location
South Waterfront - OHSU Center for Health & Healing, Building 2 (CHH2)
Schedule Weekdays: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (7 days on / 7 days off)
Weekends: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Coverage: Monday through Sunday
Note: Unit operates 365 days a year
Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive clinical management of patients receiving infusion therapy in an outpatient oncology setting.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure a seamless and effective care experience.
Partner with clinic leadership to identify and implement process improvement initiatives.
Serve as a resource for education and training of staff, colleagues, and students.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. Join us in delivering exceptional care and advancing oncology treatment practices.
Please upload a Cover Letter and Resume/CV when applying.
Function/Duties of Position
Clinical Responsibilities:
Provide medical coverage for the Outpatient Treatment Unit
Respond to and manage adverse infusion reactions and other emergencies
Assess patient condition when notified of an urgent need, and order necessary medications, imaging studies or other supportive care interventions
Communicate with primary treatment team regarding adverse reactions or urgent patient issues
Provide patient education
Provide consultation to Outpatient Treatment Unit (OTU) nurses
Ensure that the OTU has APP coverage at all times by working collaboratively with colleagues and covering for colleagues as needed when peers are on leave
Provide urgent medical care for patients requiring same day evaluation
Provide medical care independently and/or in conjunction with attending physicians. Work in conjunction with MDs to provide continued clinical care in the outpatient setting
Review labs and imaging as appropriate
Assure appropriate setting of care (ambulatory, inpatient, critical care, acute care)
Document subjective and objective findings, assessment and plan clearly and accurately in progress notes according to OHSU guidelines
Provide comprehensive symptom management of complex patients by working collaboratively with oncology nurses, palliative care providers, social workers and others based on patient need
Maintain communication with primary care providers and other individuals and agencies (e.g. skilled nursing facilities) as appropriate
Deliver care to patients receiving treatment on clinical trials per protocol guidelines with timely notification of principal investigator/research nurse or study coordinator and appropriate documentation of adverse events
Quality and Research Identify and engage in opportunities to improve the quality and efficiency of care provided to CHH patients
Promote use of appropriate research findings in practice to exceed the standards of care
Collaborate with physician leadership, nurse managers, nursing staff and social workers to prevent and/or respond to patient complaints
Qualifications Required
Nurse Practitioner: Current and active Nurse Practitioner license for the state of Oregon
Nurse Practitioner Prescriptive Privileges (Oregon)
DEA certificate
Physician Assistant: Current and active Physician Assistant license for the State of Oregon
DEA certificate
ACLS/BLS certification required
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of APP experience in Hematology & Medical Oncology
Benefits and Additional Details Medical, dental, and vision coverage at no or low cost to employees
Retirement plans with contributions from OHSU
25 days of paid time off per year
8 days of sick time off
Commuter subsidies
Tuition reimbursement
Group life insurance, disability insurance, and other supplemental benefits
Annual merit increase
Growth/Development opportunities
Employee discounts to local and major businesses
#knightfacultyjobs #knightcancerjobs #knightAPPjobs #knightONS
All are welcome. Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. Equal opportunity employer; reasonable accommodation available. Contact Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu for details.
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Oncology Infusion - Outpatient Advanced Practice Providers (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Location: US-OR-Portland Department
- Hematology and Medical Oncology - Knight Cancer Institute Posting Details
- Requisition ID: 2025-35887; Job Type: Faculty; Position Type: Regular Full-Time; FTE: 1.00; Drug Testable: Yes
Location
South Waterfront - OHSU Center for Health & Healing, Building 2 (CHH2)
Schedule Weekdays: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (7 days on / 7 days off)
Weekends: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Coverage: Monday through Sunday
Note: Unit operates 365 days a year
Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive clinical management of patients receiving infusion therapy in an outpatient oncology setting.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure a seamless and effective care experience.
Partner with clinic leadership to identify and implement process improvement initiatives.
Serve as a resource for education and training of staff, colleagues, and students.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. Join us in delivering exceptional care and advancing oncology treatment practices.
Please upload a Cover Letter and Resume/CV when applying.
Function/Duties of Position
Clinical Responsibilities:
Provide medical coverage for the Outpatient Treatment Unit
Respond to and manage adverse infusion reactions and other emergencies
Assess patient condition when notified of an urgent need, and order necessary medications, imaging studies or other supportive care interventions
Communicate with primary treatment team regarding adverse reactions or urgent patient issues
Provide patient education
Provide consultation to Outpatient Treatment Unit (OTU) nurses
Ensure that the OTU has APP coverage at all times by working collaboratively with colleagues and covering for colleagues as needed when peers are on leave
Provide urgent medical care for patients requiring same day evaluation
Provide medical care independently and/or in conjunction with attending physicians. Work in conjunction with MDs to provide continued clinical care in the outpatient setting
Review labs and imaging as appropriate
Assure appropriate setting of care (ambulatory, inpatient, critical care, acute care)
Document subjective and objective findings, assessment and plan clearly and accurately in progress notes according to OHSU guidelines
Provide comprehensive symptom management of complex patients by working collaboratively with oncology nurses, palliative care providers, social workers and others based on patient need
Maintain communication with primary care providers and other individuals and agencies (e.g. skilled nursing facilities) as appropriate
Deliver care to patients receiving treatment on clinical trials per protocol guidelines with timely notification of principal investigator/research nurse or study coordinator and appropriate documentation of adverse events
Quality and Research Identify and engage in opportunities to improve the quality and efficiency of care provided to CHH patients
Promote use of appropriate research findings in practice to exceed the standards of care
Collaborate with physician leadership, nurse managers, nursing staff and social workers to prevent and/or respond to patient complaints
Qualifications Required
Nurse Practitioner: Current and active Nurse Practitioner license for the state of Oregon
Nurse Practitioner Prescriptive Privileges (Oregon)
DEA certificate
Physician Assistant: Current and active Physician Assistant license for the State of Oregon
DEA certificate
ACLS/BLS certification required
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of APP experience in Hematology & Medical Oncology
Benefits and Additional Details Medical, dental, and vision coverage at no or low cost to employees
Retirement plans with contributions from OHSU
25 days of paid time off per year
8 days of sick time off
Commuter subsidies
Tuition reimbursement
Group life insurance, disability insurance, and other supplemental benefits
Annual merit increase
Growth/Development opportunities
Employee discounts to local and major businesses
#knightfacultyjobs #knightcancerjobs #knightAPPjobs #knightONS
All are welcome. Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. Equal opportunity employer; reasonable accommodation available. Contact Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu for details.
PI277930087
#J-18808-Ljbffr