Advanced Practice Provider (NP / PA) - Hematology & Oncology Fellowship

Position Description:



The Medical College Physicians APP Hematology and Oncology Fellowship is an innovative one-year training program that teaches APP fellows to become highly skilled in the multidisciplinary, collaborative, and evidence-based management of complex patient care. The curriculum is composed of multi-modal learning opportunities that may include the following: in-person didactics, online classrooms, simulation, proctored procedures and/or mentored clinical rotations. During the program, fellows will have rotations in thoracic oncology, Genitourinary oncology, GI oncology, Breast oncology, Leukemia, Lymphoma/Myeloma, BMT/CAR-T, Melanoma, Head and neck oncology, Gynecological oncology, Continuity clinic, Palliative medicine, Benign hematology, and 24 hr. Clinic. Elective rotations (may include): Psych oncology, Interventional radiology, Sarcoma, Phase 1/precision medicine, Neuro oncology, Radiation oncology.

Additional Information:

APP Fellowship Programs | MCW Advanced Practice Providers | Medical College of Wisconsin

APP Hematology and Oncology Fellowship Program | MCW Advanced Practice Providers | Medical College of Wisconsin

Advanced Practice Providers | Medical College of Wisconsin

Mission

Provide a structured clinical and professional educational to foster growth of highly skilled nurse practitioners (NP) and physician assistants (PA) in multidisciplinary, collaborative, and evidence-based management of complex patients through clinical and didactic experiences and professional mentorship.

Program Purpose

The Medical College Physician's APP Hematology and Oncology Fellowship is a one-year training program that teaches an APP fellow to become highly skilled in the multidisciplinary, collaborative, and evidence-based management of complex and challenging cancer patients in inpatient units and outpatient clinics in hematology and oncology.

It provides specialty health care services within defined scope of practice in collaboration with a licensed physician and in accordance with MCW/FMLH policies and procedures. An innovative 12-month curriculum composed of in-person didactics, online classrooms, proctored procedures, and mentored clinical rotations. Fellows will have rotations in the inpatient units and outpatient clinics of the Division of Hematology and Oncology, and in related areas, in the Froedtert Hospital Cancer Network.

Fellowship Expectations

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary health care teams in diagnosis and treatment of conditions requiring Oncologic intervention in blended inpatient and outpatient environment as a member of the Hematology and Oncology team.
• Writes accurate and timely progress notes, procedure notes, and/or admission and transfer orders.
• Order, perform and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures and tests, and appropriate communicates and documents information.
• Privledged to perform procedures beyond core as identified by the Hematology and Oncology services.
• Facilitates and communicates with patient, family and staff to promote continuity of care across the continuum of care.
• Attend required training and meets key regulatory requirements, including those of the privileging institution, CMS, and the Joint Commission.
• Evaluates quality outcomes for the patients receiving care of this team through participation in the development of quality indicators and outcomes dashboard.
• Acquires information on the most current development and trends in the Physician Assistant field and/or Nurse Practitioner field, through educational programs, in-services, professional associates, and current literature.
• APP fellows must meet and maintain the expectations outlined in the APP fellowship handbook.
• Successful completion of the APP fellowship program requires meeting all requirements outlined in APP fellowship handbook within the 12-month duration of the program. Upon meeting all program requirements, APP fellows earn a certificate of completion.

Core Advanced Practice Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifies normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive and psychosocial status.
• Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Develops pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans.
• Monitors effectiveness of plan of care.
• Educates patients on disease and treatment plans.
• Performs procedures as trained and appropriately credentialed.
• Documents within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes other necessary documents.
• Collaborates and/or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.
• Educates, counsels, and assists patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities and preventive behaviors.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Complete Human Resources Application Online
2. Include Application Materials:
   • CV or Resume
   • Diploma or Transcripts (unofficial are fine) for NP/PA Education
   • BCLS and ACLS Certifications (must be American Heart Association issued)
   • Three letters of recommendation
     • New graduate or currently in school - recommend at least 1 letter from program leadership.
     • Currently in Clinical Practice - please include at least 1 letter from a clinical manager or physician collaborator who can speak to clinical performance.
   • Statement of Interest
     • Please provide a summary (1-2 pages) of why you are interested in the program and/or specialty and what makes you a good candidate for this program.

*if you are unable to attach the materials to the application please email them to hemoncAPPfellowship@mcw.edu

*References may also email recommendation letters to hemoncAPPfellowship@mcw.edu

Preferred Schedule:



Full-time role with expectations for coverage during core business hours and flexibility required as necessary to accommodate business needs.

Position Requirements:

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

MCW is one of the largest healthcare employers in Wisconsin. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. We strive to integrate our human and social differences into MCW's functioning, strategies and culture to create a diverse and equitable workplace. If you believe embracing individuality and working together makes us stronger, then MCW is the place for you. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Experience:

• Advanced Practice Nurse: National board certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner.

Minimum Education

Advanced Practice Nurse: Physician Assistant:
Master's Degree or higher in Nursing Bachelor's Degree or higher in PA Studies

Minimum Requirements

Advanced Practice Nurse

• Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner
• Wisconsin RN License
• Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License
• Certification as Acute Care NP, Adult/Geriatric NP and/or Family Practice NP preferred.
• AHA BCLS

Physician Assistant

• Wisconsin Physician Assistant License
• Certification by NCCPA, AHA BCLS

Benefits

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Medical Education
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fertility or Adoption Assistance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

About MCW

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma Center at Froedtert Hospital (Milwaukee), an internationally recognized training and research center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW regional health network, which includes eight hospital locations, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics, draws patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation. In our most recent fiscal year, outpatient visits exceeded 1.2 million, inpatient admissions to our hospitals were 52,807 and visits to our network physicians totaled 947,136.

Located along the Lake Michigan shoreline, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is one of America's great cities, combining a dynamic urban community with a rich cultural heritage with access to parks, rivers, and other outdoor recreation. Milwaukee is the largest city in Wisconsin and the 23rd largest city in the United States. It is home to corporate headquarters for industry leaders including Northwestern Mutual, Johnson Controls, Manpower, Harley Davidson, and others. Milwaukee is a popular venue for sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing, ethnic dining, and cultural festivals; the city is recognized for its museums, fine dining and hotels, professional sports, gardens and parks, and Milwaukee County Zoological Gardens. The population of the City of Milwaukee is approximately 600,000 and approximately 1.8 million people live in the greater Milwaukee area.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination


The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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