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West Cancer Center & Research Institute · 1 day ago

Advanced Practice Provider - Hospitalist - Full Time

Memphis, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

West Cancer Center is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while advancing groundbreaking research. They are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider – Hospitalist to work collaboratively with a supervising physician to deliver comprehensive inpatient care for oncology patients, including daily hospital rounding and developing care plans.

BiotechnologyEducationHealth CareHospitalMedicalOncology

Responsibilities

Conduct daily hospital rounds on all assigned patients

Prepare concise reports for rounding with the covering physician, including all pertinent patient data

Thoroughly assess and examine patients; collect and document complete medical histories

Order and interpret diagnostic labs and radiology studies; incorporate results into patient care plans

Develop care plans including orders and treatments within scope of practice

Write prescriptions in accordance with state rules and regulations

Prescribe and evaluate treatments based on patient response, ongoing assessments, and consultations

Complete and document histories, physicals, and admission orders

Communicate and consult with physicians regarding new patient consults and ongoing care

Prepare required documentation including discharge summaries, H&Ps, new consult workups, and daily progress notes

Coordinate follow-up appointments to ensure continuity of care between inpatient and outpatient settings

Manage patient caseload efficiently, including documentation and billing/coding

Maintain hospital credentialing and patient case logs as required

Actively engage in ongoing education and professional development

Participate in rounds, staff meetings, tumor boards, and professional training as appropriate

Mentor and orient new providers, acting as a clinical resource for the team

Maintain professional appearance, communication, and adherence to safety policies

Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to promote mutual respect, trust, and high-quality patient care

Qualification

Advanced practice licensureNurse Practitioner certificationDEA licenseBLS certificationACLS certificationElectronic medical recordsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam collaborationDecision-making skills