APRN/PA - Cancer Service Line - Clinic and Infusion Areas

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Closing Date:

12/31/2026

Type of Position:

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

ICE | CASL MY AdvancedPracticeProviders I4

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

This posting will cover 2 Weekend Option Shifts Available for Outpatient Infusion Center Handling Hematology Oncology and Stem Cell Transplant Services - 3-12 hour shifts (Fri, Sat, Sun and Sat, Sun, Mon) with a 4 hour admin time weekly to be done on campus."


The APP will extend the patient care and administrative services for UAMS physicians in the outpatient Infusion Center setting at the Cancer Institute at UAMS. APP will be expected to provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, perform procedures, and prescribe medicines and treatments. The APP will also manage health issues for patients, independently or in collaboration with the designated physicians. The APP will work autonomously as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patient's health care problems; and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate. The APP will also coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, assuring that care is timely and appropriate

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

APRN:

• Master’s Degree in nursing PLUS 2 years nursing experience, preferably in Acute Care APRN

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas and APRN/CPN License

• Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.

• Must be able to operate all typical medical equipment essential to performing the job (i.e., scales, procedure equipment, needles, blood pressure equipment, and EKG machines). 

• Must have normal communication sensory requirements.

• Ability to comply with CDC Universal Precautions when indicated.   

PA:

• Master's Degree as a Physician Assistant (PA).

• Licensed Registered Physician Assistant (PA)

• Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.

• Must be able to operate all typical medical equipment essential to performing the job (i.e., scales, procedure equipment, needles, blood pressure equipment, and EKG machines). 

• Must have normal communication sensory requirements.

• Ability to comply with CDC Universal Precautions when indicated.   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prescriptive authority and DEA license must be obtained after hire for both APRN and PA roles.

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Manage health issues for patients, independently or in collaboration with the designated physicians.

• Work autonomously as well as in collaboration with a variety of medical professional individuals.

• Extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

• Provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, perform procedures, and prescribe medicines and treatments. APRN provides daily care until last patient is seen for the day.

• Work autonomously as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patient's health care problems; and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.

• Coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, assuring that care is timely and appropriate.

• Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.

• Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.

• Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.

• Assist internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.

• Other duties may be assigned.

Physical Demands:

Constant Physical Activity:

Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically,

Frequent Physical Activity:

Stand

Occasional Physical Activity:

Bend, sit, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead

Lift/Carry Weight: 11 - 25 Lbs. or more

Push/Pull Weight: 100 Lbs. or more

Physical Environment: Inside medical Facility

Noise Level: Moderate

Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity
Near visual acuity

Hazards:

Biological, Dust, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes