Clinical Program Manager/Physician Assistant- Surgery (Pancreas)-...
Mount Sinai Hospital - Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 20001
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The Department of Surgery at the Mount Sinai Health System is recruiting a physician associate to serve as the manager of clinical care for the Pancreatic Multidisciplinary Program under the direction of the Program's Physician Co-Directors. The PA Manager ensures timely access and seamless coordination of services through the continuum of comprehensive cancer care. The PA Manager meets with patients and families to provide emotional support, patient education, teaching, and guidance following the diagnosis of cancer through treatment, survivorship, and end stage disease, if necessary. The NPC provides clinical information, education, and shares knowledge regarding support services and resources. The NPC facilitates rapid scheduling and coordination of follow-up care. The PA-C is a professional member of the multidisciplinary care team promoting optimal patient care. The PA-C may provide direct patient care in emergencies. The PA in this position will support multiple providers in the pancreatic ambulatory practice. This position works in a multidisciplinary fashion to coordinate care between various specialties including surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, and radiology. This PA-C will be involved in clinical trials, patient education, symptom triage, and transitions of care. Primary functions of the position include coordinating, triaging, and organizing patient flow as well as conducting patient visits under the supervision of attending physicians and surgeons. Job summary: Works as primary coordinator for the Pancreas Multidisciplinary Program, which includes the organization and facilitation of a weekly clinic and conference with Pancreas Cancer specialists including surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, and radiation oncologists.