Hematology Oncology Associates, PC in Southern Oregon is seeking BE/BC Physicians to join our collegial group of Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers. Multiple positions are available.

The practice is well-established and is the only hematology oncology group in our large catchment area. The practice includes four offices in Medford, Oregon and Grants Pass, Oregon. Our practice is one of only two ASCO QOPI-certified sites in the state of Oregon. We have a robust and growing clinical trials program, four day work week—except for call, which at this time is approximately 1:10 weeks. We offer a very competitive benefits package that includes, health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement, CME and vacation. After one year of employment, partnership track is available. The medical community in the area is excellent, with all subspecialties supported.

Southern Oregon is an outdoor paradise boasting four mild seasons, hiking, biking, camping, fishing, snow and water skiing and more. We are situated 2.5 hours from the Pacific Coast, Crater Lake and the Redwoods. The area has wonderful cultural opportunities as well, including the famous Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Britt Festivals concert series, more than 30 local wineries and excellent restaurants.

Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and company standards and guidelines for specialty regulations.  Must recognize physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of care and participates in companywide quality initiatives.  Supports and adheres to the Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates knowledge of age specific differences in the patient population including physiological and developmental differences unique to each group.
• Assess and monitors therapy of patients using appropriate technical skills under the direction and supervision of a physician.
• Assists physician with exams and procedures.
• Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow.
• Demonstrates knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
• Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central venous access devices and alternate delivering systems.
• Documents all elements of care.
• Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician or mid-level provider.
• Serves as a resource person to the medical assistants and LPNs.
• Triages patient/family phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient’s chart.
• Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching.
• Demonstrates awareness of community resources available to patients and assists with referrals if necessary.
• Provides nursing coverage for the satellite offices as needed.
• Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with a blood borne pathogen.
• Maintains current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing educational opportunities.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations. Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Serves as mentor/preceptor and provides day to day guidance to less experienced nurses.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.  Minimum of 3 years nursing experience, preferably in an oncology environment.  Current or pending Oncology certification preferred.  Experience and knowledge of the purpose and use of medications in the treatment of cancer is preferred.  Current RN state license with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.  Current CPR certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.  Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.  Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.  Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

Under direct supervision, assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment. Promotes efficient patient flow and patient care, i.e. exams, and procedures. Performs clinic support tasks including miscellaneous clerical tasks, answering phones, and maintaining physicians schedule. Supports and adheres to the Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate.
• Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to. vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Obtains all necessary patient records as required by physician prior to treatment or procedures.
• Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed.
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician.
• Maintains all exam treatment room disinfection protocols.
• Answers patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist
• Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as required or directed by physicians.
• Schedules patient tests, procedures and hospital admissions and schedules appointments to follow-up on test results, as applicable. Arranges for pre-authorizations and pre-certifications as needed. Informs physician of patient re schedules and no shows.
• Performs other administrative duties, i.e., typing, filing, faxing, reception, etc., as requested by supervisor or physician.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduate or equivalent. Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred. Minimum three years’ experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant. Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire. Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment may occur.

Under limited supervision, performs diagnostic  CT imaging procedures and related functions. Collaborates with Medical Director and Supervisor on technical issues, equipment performance and QA.  Supports and adheres to the Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs diagnostic CT imaging procedures to include: injection of radio-pharmaceutical and/or IV contrast the administration of oral contrast, protocol setup, patient positioning, reconstruction and filming of images, network image transfers, and archiving of image data.
• Assists in procedure scheduling and related front office functions to ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensures accuracy of patient demographic information, report distribution and patient files.
• Assists with the collection of clinical data for patient follow-up and development of teaching and educational information.
• Provides protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Conducts daily quality control measures to monitor scanner performance.
• Reports all malfunctions and/ or need for service to the proper company or facility.
• Responsible for patient data and films including: printing, archiving, retrieval, network data transfers tracking and logging of loaned films and requested outside films.
• Understands the contraindications associated with the administration of IV contrast, be able to recognize possible reactions and know the procedure to follow in the case of a reaction.
• Ordering of necessary office, medical. printing and archiving media.

COMPETENCIES:

• Customer Focused: Deliberately seeks to clearly and distinctly understand customer requirements: anticipates customers, primary needs; is service-oriented and demonstrates in initiative and creativity in solving customer needs; takes immediate action to address customer needs; measures success by customers feedback.
• Commits to Quality: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and/or services; defines standards for quality and evaluated products, processes, and service against those standards; manages quality.
• Teamwork/Collaboration: Seeks to accomplish individual and/ or group goals by creating and leveraging cross functional teams: works well with other people on the job by intentionally and appropriately compromising and using creativity to solve common problems and generate the desired results: demonstrates appreciation for others points of view.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Radiologic Technology from an AMA accredited program
• General knowledge of patient scheduling and billing systems.
•  ARRT  certification

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to blood, toxic substances, ionizing radiation and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination for operation and repair of all department equipment. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Lifts and pushes patients in wheelchairs/stretchers weighing up to 300 pounds and places in appropriate positions for operation of equipment. Requires ability to reach above shoulder height. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Under direct supervision of a physician working within a clinic admixture room, performs the technical, nonjudgmental aspects of medication preparation, distribution, record keeping and inventory control.  Tasks are subject to sequential or final verification by a registered nurse or a registered pharmacist. Supports and adheres to the Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.  .

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the preparation of medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision of a physician.
• Checks all orders for completeness of information. Verifies patient information and proper physician authorization.
• Under direct supervision, admixes drugs as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner as per department guidelines, and preparing all drugs within OSHA guidelines and interoffice guidelines.
• Calculates correct dosage volumes, converting between metric and apothecary equivalents.
• Assists in counting controlled drugs weekly and maintain records. Properly disposes all materials used when mixing chemo or non-chemo IVs.
• Assists in cleaning hoods daily checking drugs monthly for outdates and other quality assurance activities as assigned.
• Assists in keeping accurate temperature logs, accurate logs on all protocol drugs and patient assistance drugs.
• Maintains proper control documentation of medications including lot numbers.
• Provide support with inventory control of medications. Prepares labels. Files and prepares billing. Basic data entry into department automation. Ordering of medication and supplies as directed.
• Assist with required cleaning and maintenance of the admix area and the pharmacy department in general to minimize particle counts and improve overall sanitation.

COMPETENCIES:

• Uses Technical and Functional Experience: Possesses up to date knowledge of the profession and industry; is regarded as an expert in the technical/functional area; accesses and uses other expert resources when appropriate.
• Demonstrates Adaptability: Handles day to day work challenges confidently; is willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints, frustrations, or adversity: demonstrates flexibility.
• Uses Sound Judgment: Makes timely, cost effective and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty.
• Shows Work Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works efficiently to achieve them.
• Commits to Quality: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and/or services; defines standards for quality and evaluated products, processes, and service against those standards; manages quality; improves efficiencies.
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High School diploma or equivalent. Entry level to three years experience in a pharmacy.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination and the ability to read and note appropriate measurements. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.