Advanced Practice Provider-Breast Surgery Division

Job Description

Job Description

**Updated Cover Letter and Resume required at time of applying**

About Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers

Ironwood Physicians PC is a large multi-site, multi-disciplinary group located throughout metro-Phoenix including the East Valley, Scottsdale, and West Valley.  Our well diversified practice provides medical oncology, radiation oncology, integrative oncology, gynecologic oncology, breast surgery, diagnostics (PET/CT), clinical research trials, and urology services.  Our state-of-the-art-centers are patient focused and possess the highest quality equipment delivering care in an integrated setting.

Six of our sites are comprehensive cancer centers and support over 40 medical oncologists and 11 radiation oncologists. Our Women’s Centers support 14 breast surgeons and two gynecologic oncologists.  Located in the beautiful suburban Phoenix area, which has a full cadre of support facilities, excellent consultants, friendly community and dedicated, well trained associates.

Mission Statement : To serve the community by providing quality, comprehensive cancer care which respects the values and needs of each individual.  

Overview : We are looking for a Registered Nurse Practitioner or Certified Physician's Assistant to support our Women's Breast Centers in Phoenix, Goodyear, and Scottsdale locations.  Oncology experience or related experience is required. The Registered Nurse Practitioner or PAC-C will maintain a cohesive working relationship with the collaborating physician. This position is primarily clinic based providing patient care, however, may require some hospital activities including possible support in the operating room assisting the surgeon.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :       

• Collaborating with physicians and other health professionals as needed.   
• Counseling and educating patients on health behaviors, self-care skills, and treatment options.   
• In a collaborate manner with physician treat and monitoring chronic diseases, hematologic conditions and side effects of chemotherapy.
• Obtaining medical histories and conducting physical examinations.   
• Ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic studies (e.g., lab tests, x-rays, EKGs) with the supervision of the collaborating physician.   
• Prescribing medications.   
• Prescribing physical therapy and other rehabilitation treatments.   
• Providing Survivorship directives for patients.
• Hospital work & call schedule required

Knowledge & Skills:

• Desire to work in a women's health center clinical setting.
• Ability to work closely in a team setting and work together with physicians to see all patients in a timely fashion. 
• Inquisitive manner and ability to adapt
• Able to organize and prioritize work.   
• Must possess the ability to learn quickly and absorb a great deal of information.  
• Ability to use office equipment, computer.   

Preferred Qualifications :        

• 5 years RN experience preferably women's healthcare experience.  

Required Education and Experience

• Registered Nurse Practitioner or Certified Physician Assistant licensed to work in the State of Arizona.  
• Minimum 3 years as licensed and practicing NP/PA experience
• ACLS/BLS certification.  
• Experience in women's healthcare or related field.

Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: 

• Current license through the State of Arizona     

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health/dental/vision and life insurance, 401K, and a caring work environment. We are an E.O.E.  

Please visit our website at "Outsmarting Cancer One Patient at a Time"