AHMG Oncology & Hematology, APRN or PA-C at AdventHealth Altamonte

AdventHealth Medical Group Oncology and Hematology is one of the largest oncology and hematology practices in Central Florida. The practice has made significant strides in breast cancer, colorectal cancer and lung cancer research, early diagnosis and positive patient outcomes.

Our physicians are heavily involved in clinical trials, whicqh allow us to be at the forefront of the latest medical breakthroughs in detection, prevention, treatment, and research. We are committed to providing comprehensive continuum of services, access to national clinical trials and world class cancer treatment.

The practice collaborates with the AdventHealth Cancer Institute, which is the largest cancer center in Central Florida, recognized worldwide for its comprehensive, state-of-the-art care and reputation as a destination cancer care facility. We are dedicated to providing our patients with the latest treatments and technologies, managed by an experienced, knowledgeable team that utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to providing compassionate care that focuses on the most positive outcomes possible.

The institute has been ranked among the top five in the nation for robotic gynecologic-oncology surgeries and is the world leader in robotic prostatectomies using the da Vinci® Surgical System. More than 8,000 cancer surgeries are performed annually at AdventHealth Cancer Institute.

The AdventHealth Cancer Institute Is accredited as a Community Comprehensive Cancer Center by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer and is recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology for its clinical research. We maintain research affiliations with the National Cancer Institute; Sarah Cannon Research Institute and many other health care institutions and organizations.

General Summary:

The APRN or PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician(s) who acts as the collaborative practitioner(s), is responsible for:

• Performs physical examinations of patient’s evaluation and treatment of hematology and oncology patients primarily in the outpatient setting at our Altamonte location. 
• Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, such as routine laboratory, X-ray, etc.
• Monitors the patient’s course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as needed.
• Collaborate with physician supervisor, outpatient pharmacist, infusion center, radiation oncology and staff, as necessary to provide consistent care to patients and support to staff.
• Treatment and management to a wide variety of cancers including, but not limited to breast, lung, gastrointestinal, head and neck, urologic, chronic leukemias and lymphomas.
• Always display a caring and professional attitude as well as maintaining personal and professional growth
• Participate in practice call with weekend rounding & call.

Schedule Details:

• Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Campuses Covered: AdventHealth Orlando, East Orlando, and Altamonte Springs-primary; Oviedo Winter Park, Apopka, Winter Garden (secondary)
• Call required rotating at night, 1:6 weekends, and holiday call.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Effective communication skills
• Strong medical decision-making skills
• Strong clinical background with an emphasis on oncology related conditions
• Able to work evening and weekend hours as needed by the practice as night and weekend on-call responsibilities are required.

Required Education/Experience:

• Master’s degree in nursing (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) Studies
• 1-2 years of experience as APRN or PA-C in Hematology/Oncology practice preferred.

Licensure, Certification, and Registration:

• Current, valid Florida APRN or PA license
• ANCC, AANP (or equivalent) or NCCPA certification is required.
• BLS and ACLS required.
• ONS Certification preferred.

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