Advanced Practice Provider - App, Outpatient Medical Oncology

02160 AMG Libertyville 1800 Hollister - Hematology/OncologyFull timeYes40

Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) - Outpatient Medical Oncology

Advocate Condell Medical Center | Libertyville, Illinois | Full-Time

Advocate Condell Medical Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our growing Outpatient Medical Oncology team in Libertyville, Illinois. This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a collaborative, patient-centered cancer program dedicated to delivering exceptional oncology care across the continuum of treatment and survivorship.

As a key member of the oncology team, the APP will work closely with medical oncologists, infusion nurses, pharmacists, social workers, and other multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients with a variety of hematologic and solid tumor malignancies.

Position Highlights

• Full-time outpatient-focused role
• Collaborative practice with experienced Medical Oncologists
• Manage patients throughout the cancer care continuum, including active treatment, symptom management, survivorship, and follow-up care
• Opportunity to develop meaningful long-term relationships with patients and families
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories, physical examinations, and review of diagnostic studies
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
• Monitor patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and supportive treatments
• Manage treatment-related toxicities, symptoms, and side effects
• Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory and diagnostic test results
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, medications, and supportive care strategies
• Participate in survivorship planning and ongoing follow-up care
• Coordinate care with specialists, primary care providers, navigators, nurses, and ancillary services
• Document care plans and clinical encounters accurately within the electronic medical record
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice efforts

Schedule:

• Mon-Fri no weekends or holidays one early out day a week likely Wednesday.
• 8.5 hours will be scheduled between 8am-5pm

Why Advocate Health?

• One of the nation's largest nonprofit integrated health systems
• Collaborative and supportive physician and APP culture
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous paid time off and CME support
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and community health

Join a team where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of oncology patients while advancing your career with one of the Midwest's leading healthcare organizations.

Pay Range:

$54.90 - $82.35

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical responsibilities:

Assesses, diagnoses, and determines/alters treatment and management plans appropriate for age, acuity and clinical condition. This includes ordering, performing, and interpreting appropriate diagnostic studies and prescription of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and therapies.

Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives.

Provides health promotion, disease prevention and disease management counseling and education of patients and families.

Manages patients as part of an interdisciplinary team and within scope of practice. Seeks physician or other healthcare team member consultation or referrals as appropriate. Escalates need for more emergent or specialized care when necessary.

Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Substantiates and submits professional services consistent with compliant coding and billing practices.

Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team and/or health or community agencies.

Performs office or hospital procedures in accordance with specialty practice, competency and granted privileges (where applicable).

Other responsibilities:

Participates in quality, safety, and peer review initiatives/performance activities, organizational and/or departmental meetings and committees, peer review, and workgroups as necessary.

Participates in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals.

Seeks experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and advance the profession within and outside of the organization.

Maintains standards of productivity, access, face-to-face time, and quality metrics to ensure optimal, safe and timely patient care delivery.

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

License/Registration/Certification Required: ​

Active RN, and APRN/APRN-FPA/APNP or other APRN license(s) in state(s) of practice, AND

Active national board certification in area of clinical practice and populations served, AND

Active DEA registration prior to hire, AND

If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire, AND

Active BLS and/or ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical practice prior to or within 6 months of hire

OR
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Active PA license(s) in state(s) of practice, AND

Active PA national board certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

Active DEA registration prior to hire, AND

If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire, AND

Active BLS and/or ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical practice prior to or within 6 months of hire

Education Required: ​ ​Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies or ​Master’s Degree in Nursing

Experience Required: No experience required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team.

Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record.

Excellent communication skills. Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others.

Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the workday.

Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing.

Must be able to:

Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.

Lift up to 20 lbs over the head.

Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.

Operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.