Advanced Practice Provider

Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Role:

The APP provides primary care to patients acting as an assistant to physicians in the clinic following established standards and practices.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Performs a complete physical exam and records findings. Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.
Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patients. Review patient records.
Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
Administers medications and injections according to physician direction. Sutures minor lacerations.
Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Provides patient education.
Maintains and reviews patients records, charts, and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results.
Triage patient telephone calls and provides consultation.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
Performs related work as required.

Equivalent to a college degree and a professional certificate or a graduate degree. Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Physician Assistant (PA) is required. Can be new graduate who is credentialed.

Experience in Oncology preferred.