Physician Assistant Ambulatory GYN-Oncology
Mass General Brigham · Boston-MA
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- PayStated
- $135,720–$173,867 a year
- Employment typeStated
- Full time
- Work arrangementStated
- On-site
- ShiftStated
- rotating
Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)
from the posting - ExperienceStated
- 0-2 years
- EducationStated
- ['postgraduate degree', 'professional certificate']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- Master's Degree in Physician Assistantrequired
Completion of Master's Degree of Physician Assistant
from the posting - PA license in Massachusettsrequired
Physician Assistant [State License] - MA PA License required
from the posting - Prescriptive authority from MA DPH and Federal DEArequired
Valid prescriptive authority from both MA DPH and Federal DEA required
from the posting - Clinical PA experience in ambulatory oncology or women's healthrequired
At least one year clinical Physician Assistant experience in ambulatory oncology or women's health required
from the posting - Medical history assessmentrequired
Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings
from the posting - Emergency responserequired
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
from the posting - Clinical communicationrequired
Ability to effectively communicate clinical information, care plans, etc. to medical and lay audiences
from the posting - Electronic medical records (EMR)required
Skilled in creating appropriate documentation and use of electronic medical records
from the posting - Organization and time managementrequired
Strong organizational and time management skills
from the posting - Independent and collaborative practicerequired
Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team
from the posting - Gynecologic malignancy management experiencepreferred
Clinical Physician Assistant experience in an ambulatory practice managing a gynecologic malignancy focused patient population preferred
from the posting - Antineoplastic ordering/administration experiencepreferred
Clinical experience ordering and/or administering antineoplastics preferred
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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.
Job Summary
The MGBCI Ambulatory Gynecologic Oncology Department is seeking a (40 hours/week) Physician Assistant to join the team at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. The Gynecologic Oncology APP provides comprehensive ambulatory patient care to adult patients with gynecologic malignancies, working in close collaboration as part of an interdisciplinary approach within the Gynecologic Cancer Service. The APP is responsible for the assessment and management of patients with all types of female reproductive cancers, including cervical, uterine, ovarian, vaginal, and vulvar cancer, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and development and implementation of appropriate plans of care across the trajectory of illness for patients. The APP is also responsible for assessing patients with urgent clinical needs, facilitating hospital admission when deemed appropriate, connecting patients with supportive services when appropriate, and providing continuity support to advance the plan of care. In addition to direct and indirect clinical responsibilities, the APP serves as the role model for professional advanced practice and participates in the professional development of the team through teaching, committee involvement, and/or quality and safety initiatives. The gynecologic oncology APP provides thorough, compassionate, culturally sensitive clinical care and should demonstrate operational flexibility and strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills in order to work effectively with other members of the team.The gynecologic oncology APP may practice clinically at MGBCI BWH licensed practices.
PRIMARY RESPONSBILITIES:
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including histories and physical examinations for patients with gynecologic malignancies.
- Develop, implement, and manage treatment plans in collaboration with attending physicians.
- Coordinate diagnostic testing, review laboratory, pathology, and radiology results, and communicate findings to patients.
- Manage gynecologic oncology patients receiving local and systemic therapies.
- Monitor treatment response, address complex symptom management needs, and ensure continuity of care.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and supportive care needs.
- Write orders and manage therapies in accordance with current clinical guidelines and institutional standards.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
- Support access to care and facilitate patient movement through the system and efficient use of resources through effective interdepartmental collaboration and coordination of appointments, testing, and follow-up services.
- Participate in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence-based practice efforts.
- Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population
- Serve as a clinical resource and educator for staff, patients, and families.
- Appreciates the complex medical environments of cancer patients including, but not limited to, those with advanced malignancy or organ dysfunction and the risk for complex drug interactions.
- Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills based on current health care practice/research. Maintains the standards and educational requirements specific to the position and licensure. Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills based on current health care practice/research.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Licensure:
- 1. Completion of Master's Degree of Physician Assistant
- 2. Valid prescriptive authority from both MA DPH and Federal DEA required.
- 3. Physician Assistant [State License] - MA PA License required
Experience:
- 1. At least one year clinical Physician Assistant experience in ambulatory oncology or women's health required.
- 2. Clinical Physician Assistant experience in an ambulatory practice managing a gynecologic malignancy focused patient population preferred.
- 3. Clinical experience ordering and/or administering antineoplastics preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Demonstrated competence in specialized area.
Ability to effectively communicate clinical information, care plans, etc. to medical and lay audiences; able to educate patients and their families regarding routine and complex medical information.
Skilled in creating appropriate documentation and use of electronic medical records to consistently provide high quality and timely documentation including progress notes, sign-off notes, and discharge planning.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team; can effectively influence and lead as necessary.
Effectively uses analytical skills and problem-solving techniques in both clinical and operational matters.
Is willing to obtain procedural proficiency for medical oncology specific procedures. Training will be provided.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
No direct reports; may indirectly provide leadership and guidance to less seasoned and new staff
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
No direct budgetary responsibility
Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by effectively using Mass General Brigham resources
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ambulatory Oncology at MGBCI within BWH Licensed Practices
This is a full time, 40h position (four 10-hour work days).
Onsite
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$135,720 - $173,867.20/Annual
Grade
7
EEO Statement:
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