Surgical Oncology APP needed in Minnesota

Job description

Hello! Our client is looking for a Surgical Oncology APP specializing in Hepatobiliary/Pancreatic- (HPB). If you would be interested in being presented please reach out my number is Sign up or sign in for contact information and my email is Sign up or sign in for contact information

This would be M-F Inpatient coverage. We are able to help with licensing if you do not already hold one!

This is a full-time position
The role will provide independent outpatient care, ensuring that our patients receive the best possible treatment and support. This includes coordinating pre- and post-surgical care for our patients, collaborating closely with surgeons, and ensuring seamless communication.
This role also provides inpatient care.
Assisting in the OR when necessary, handling tasks such as patient prepping, assisting during surgical procedures, and closure.
Performing various procedures, including wound care and drain care/removal.
Job Description:

Provides help with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations as part of a Physician/Physician Assistant team in accordance with the designated specialty. Works in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently or as part of a treatment team. Serves as an educator, case manager, consultant to staff and multidisciplinary health care team.

Principle Responsibilities

Provides clinical care for patients
Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
Refers for specialty care when determined.
Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Physician Assistant scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.
Participates in health care team
Promotes communication within the team and other interdisciplinary health care staff.
Acts as resource to members of the team.
Works with primary care team for program development.
Acts as liaison with outside agencies as needed.
Collaborates with hospital staff by consulting and rounding on patients if designated by the specialty.
Other duties as assigned.

• 3 months with the option to extend
• 5x8s
• Scheduled hours and no call