Oncology Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Munson Healthcare•Gaylord, MI

About The Position

Join Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Oncology Team! Full-time | Days Summary: Munson Healthcare is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Medical Oncology Advanced Practice Provider to join our team! This position will be supporting our Gaylord clinic. Travel to other regional sites to provide coverage may be required as needed. Join a not-for-profit healthcare system and find the right balance between a rewarding career and living in a region that offers a rich blend of adventure, relaxation, and breathtaking natural attractions. The Benefits of Working at Munson: Competitive market-based compensation Full benefits, paid holidays, and generous paid time off CME Allowance Professional Liability Sign On Bonus Retirement savings plan with employer match and personal consulting Wellness plans, an employee assistance program and employee discounts Ready to make a difference? Position Duties/Highlights Include: Patient navigation – Be the point person in collaboration with the clinical navigator for a specific group of patients. Maintain efficient and effective collaborative relationships with all members involved in oncology care including nurses, social workers, primary care physicians etc. Affiliate infusion sites/oncology clinics – Coordinate close to home care when possible Work closely with affiliate sites to provide clinical consultation and direction functioning as a liaison between outreach staff and physicians as well as patients. Survivorship care – Work with patient, oncology physician(s), and primary care providers to establish an individualized survivorship plan for oncology patients assigned to your service. Clinical trials - Maintain knowledge regarding available clinical trials and support the patient, physician, and clinical research staff by assisting with coordination of patient enrollment and ongoing requirements of the study Development of new alliances and processes   - Continually seek ways to develop partnerships to promote a “culture of research” for the MMC oncology program. Standard Qualifications: Education / Training: Master's Degree in Nursing OR a Masters in Physician Assistant studies Work Experience: Experience in Oncology is preferred but not required. Certification, Licensure, Registration: State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required Required to achieve certification as an Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) within two years from hire date. Have at least 90 Oncology continuing education hours within the past 5 years, as well as maintain practice and education requirements as outlined by ONCC for the AOCNP certification. EHR Oracle Health Find more than your next job. Find your community. We’re northern Michigan’s largest healthcare system and we are deeply rooted in the communities we serve. That means that our patients are often our family, friends and neighbors – and it’s special to be able to care for them. And as one of the top healthcare systems to work for in Michigan by Forbes (American’s Best Employers by State 2022), we’re committed to your ongoing growth and development. After work, you’ll find things to do in every season – beaches, outdoor recreation, unique restaurants, world-class wineries, arts and entertainment. As a non-profit healthcare system, Munson Healthcare provides $65 million in health care programs and education, as well as free discounted and unreimbursed services. Munson Healthcare by the Numbers: 8 hospitals 694 licensed acute care beds 212 licensed long-term care beds 7,500 employees 1,000 physicians 63 specialties 540,000 residents We cover 14,667 square miles – about the size of Vermont and Delaware combined. Munson Healthcare Home Health and Munson Healthcare Hospice serve 29 counties. Why Choose Munson Healthcare: Balance – Get out on the water, in the woods, on the trails or around town Opportunity – Be a part of northern Michigan’s leading healthcare team with opportunities for personal and professional growth throughout the healthcare system Flexibility – A career that can change as your life changes Teamwork – Our people make Munson Healthcare a great place to work! About Gaylord, Michigan Home to over 90 inland lakes and situated near scenic forests, trails, and golf courses, Gaylord naturally cultivates great work-life balance. Warm summers and snowy winters make Gaylord a year-round playground with recreational opportunities in all 4 seasons. With its neighborly small-town ambiance, Gaylord is an ideal place to both live and raise a family. Gaylord boasts good public and private schools, affordable housing, and plenty of shopping and restaurants. This lively community hosts many fun festivals and events, including the Wings Over Northern Michigan Air Show and the time-honored Gaylord Alpenfest. Gaylord, Michigan We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Munson Healthcare grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Nursing OR a Masters in Physician Assistant studies
State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required
Required to achieve certification as an Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) within two years from hire date.
Have at least 90 Oncology continuing education hours within the past 5 years, as well as maintain practice and education requirements as outlined by ONCC for the AOCNP certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Oncology is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Patient navigation – Be the point person in collaboration with the clinical navigator for a specific group of patients.
Maintain efficient and effective collaborative relationships with all members involved in oncology care including nurses, social workers, primary care physicians etc.
Affiliate infusion sites/oncology clinics – Coordinate close to home care when possible
Work closely with affiliate sites to provide clinical consultation and direction functioning as a liaison between outreach staff and physicians as well as patients.
Survivorship care – Work with patient, oncology physician(s), and primary care providers to establish an individualized survivorship plan for oncology patients assigned to your service.
Maintain knowledge regarding available clinical trials and support the patient, physician, and clinical research staff by assisting with coordination of patient enrollment and ongoing requirements of the study
Continually seek ways to develop partnerships to promote a “culture of research” for the MMC oncology program.