Job Description
Join a highly skilled, dynamic group of APPs in the outpatient clinic in our Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapies department at the Parnassus campus of UCSF Health. Our acclaimed program draws patients from around the world seeking effective and innovative therapies to treat their underlying blood disorders or blood cancers. Our patient population includes those receiving chemotherapy, stem cell transplants, or cellular therapies for the treatment of hematologic malignancies.
In this position, the APP would work in the outpatient clinic 4 days a week for 10 hours a shift. They will primarily act as an independent billing provider, seeing follow-up visits and hospital discharges. There may be opportunities to incorporate new patient referrals and survivorship visits into your day. The APP will have the opportunity to learn and perform various procedures, including bone marrow biopsies and lumbar punctures.
Responsibilities
1.3. Identifies high-risk groups and complex cases for review with attending physician. Initiates consultations as appropriate.
1.4. Evaluates complex cases, establishes individualized plans of care for rehabilitation, and facilitates occupational and physical therapy and physical medicine and rehabilitation consultations.
1.5. Interprets and acts upon the ordered tests, procedures, and radiographic studies in a timely fashion.
1.6. Completes clinically relevant paperwork/EHR, including but not limited to ordering medications, completing episodic care notes and telephone encounters.
Qualifications
Minimum License/Certification:
Nurse Practitioner 2:
Graduation from a California Board of Registered Nursing recognized Nurse Practitioner Program with a master’s or doctoral degree aligned with the patient population and clinical role.
ABOUT US
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
About The Team
The UCSF Hematology-Oncology Clinic is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care to patients facing blood disorders and cancers. As part of UCSF�s renowned Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, the clinic combines cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and personalized care to address the unique needs of each patient. Our multidisciplinary team of expert oncologists, hematologists, nurses, and support staff works collaboratively to deliver state-of-the-art therapies and access to clinical trials, ensuring the highest quality of care. Located in world-class facilities, the UCSF Hematology-Oncology Clinic is committed to improving outcomes and advancing the field of cancer and blood disorder treatment locally and globally.
Join a highly skilled, dynamic group of APPs in the outpatient clinic in our Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapies department at the Parnassus campus of UCSF Health. Our acclaimed program draws patients from around the world seeking effective and innovative therapies to treat their underlying blood disorders or blood cancers. Our patient population includes those receiving chemotherapy, stem cell transplants, or cellular therapies for the treatment of hematologic malignancies.
In this position, the APP would work in the outpatient clinic 4 days a week for 10 hours a shift. They will primarily act as an independent billing provider, seeing follow-up visits and hospital discharges. There may be opportunities to incorporate new patient referrals and survivorship visits into your day. The APP will have the opportunity to learn and perform various procedures, including bone marrow biopsies and lumbar punctures.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates and manages patients in independent APP encounters, including telehealth.
- Includes providing care to new, follow-up, acute, routine, and specialty patients.
- Includes taking histories, performing physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic tests, formulating evidence-based assessments and plans, responding to changes in patient status, and ordering medications/diagnostic tests/treatments/therapies/consultations/referrals/durable medical equipment (DME)/home health services.
- Reviews or collaborates with attending physician as needed.
- Care provided must be documented in the electronic medical record in accordance with the UCSF Rules and Regulations .
- Provider services must be billed to reflect the performing provider and comply with the APP Billing Policy 3.08.01 .
1.3. Identifies high-risk groups and complex cases for review with attending physician. Initiates consultations as appropriate.
1.4. Evaluates complex cases, establishes individualized plans of care for rehabilitation, and facilitates occupational and physical therapy and physical medicine and rehabilitation consultations.
1.5. Interprets and acts upon the ordered tests, procedures, and radiographic studies in a timely fashion.
1.6. Completes clinically relevant paperwork/EHR, including but not limited to ordering medications, completing episodic care notes and telephone encounters.
Qualifications
Minimum License/Certification:
- California Registered Nurse (RN) License without restriction
- California Nurse Practitioner (NP) License without restriction
- California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number
- NP national board certification from an accepted certifying agency aligned with the patient population and clinical role
- California Driver License (if required for position)
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Additional required AHA certifications: None additional to BLS
- Additional required certifications (such as ENLS): None
Nurse Practitioner 2:
Graduation from a California Board of Registered Nursing recognized Nurse Practitioner Program with a master’s or doctoral degree aligned with the patient population and clinical role.
- These NPs have at least six (6) months of NP experience.
- Two (2+) years of NP experience in Hematology Oncology in the outpatient setting
- Recent completion of an Oncology Fellowship program
- 5+ years of RN experience working with Oncology patients.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Judgement skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
- Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
- Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by health care providers and team members
- Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider
- Submit health plan (Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial for all APPs; also, CCS for pediatric providers) enrollment by first clinical day
- At all times, must adhere to the UCSF Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, Code of Conduct, PRIDE values, and applicable medical center/campus/departmental policies and procedures
- At all times, must adhere to all UCSF policies regarding HIPPA, privacy, communication, documentation, encounter closure, and billing
- Mandatory attendance at the Office of Advanced Practice Providers Orientation Sessions
- Mandatory attendance at the APP Onboarding Committee APP Onboarding Series
- This position requires flexibility for the APP to work at all UCSF Health facilities/locations
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Three years or greater of recent NP experience taking care of malignant hematology patients in an outpatient setting
- Able to perform Bone Marrow Biopsies and Lumbar Punctures
ABOUT US
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
About The Team
The UCSF Hematology-Oncology Clinic is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care to patients facing blood disorders and cancers. As part of UCSF�s renowned Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, the clinic combines cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and personalized care to address the unique needs of each patient. Our multidisciplinary team of expert oncologists, hematologists, nurses, and support staff works collaboratively to deliver state-of-the-art therapies and access to clinical trials, ensuring the highest quality of care. Located in world-class facilities, the UCSF Hematology-Oncology Clinic is committed to improving outcomes and advancing the field of cancer and blood disorder treatment locally and globally.
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