Physicians Assistant - Office-based (Cancer Center)

Description:Company OverviewUrology of Virginia (UVA) has a 100-year history of providing comprehensive and high-quality care to the entire Hampton Roads region. Our clinical care team consists of board-certified Urologists and 30+ Advanced Practice Providers. Working in a team-based environment, our mission is to help patients optimize their urological health, while providing rewarding opportunities for APPs to function at the top of their license. Our APP program is nationally recognized as a leader in developing and expanding the role of APPs in Urology.Highlights of all positions include:12-week dedicated training program at hiringNo night call responsibilitiesOpportunities to perform procedures in office or ASC setting (cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, etc.)Opportunities to subspecialize if desiredWe have many roles with potential availability. Contact for more information. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, consider the opportunities that Urology of Virginia has to offer!Job OverviewWe are seeking a Physicians Assistant to provide office-based care and see patients independently alongside collaborating physicians and APPs in our Cancer Center. Our Physicians Assistants manage all aspects of urologic oncology including prostate cancer, bladder cancer, renal cancer, etc. Physicians Assistants will manage cancer patients, with physician support, through diagnosis and discussion of treatment options, interpretation of ongoing labs and imaging, and management of cancer medications and related adverse events. We have a strong research program with 20+ clinical trials with Physicians Assistants actively enrolling and monitoring patients.Duties and ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate a high degree of general medical and urological cancer knowledge and exercise independent judgment as appropriateAssess the patient's medical condition (prostate cancer, bladder cancer, renal cancer, etc.) by completion of a urological examinationDocument appropriately and communicate with the appropriate physician in a timely manner as required, including, but not limited to: evaluations, treatment plans, progress reports, treatment notes, and other reports as requestedOrder and evaluate laboratory, radiological and diagnostic testsPrescribe, monitor, and adjust medications and devices based on the patient's medical conditionDevelop and perform treatment plans in accordance with established protocolsOrder physical therapy, occupational therapy and/or home health care as appropriatePerform cancer procedures in office setting (cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, etc.) as trainedRequirements:Required License/Experience/SkillsGraduate of an accredited Physician Assistant programLicensure in the state of VirginiaEqual employment opportunity for all is a very important philosophy for our practice. We will evaluate all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, non-disqualifying disability, history of military service, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices, including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, assignments, promotions, reassignments or transfers, disciplinary matters, establishment of rates of pay or other compensation, and selection for training programs.

Created: 2025-04-02