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WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence.  With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network.  Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care.  We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.

Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.

Come join us today!

Bone Marrow Biopsy Experience Preferred

Travel Required:

Trinity

Mease

Largo

St. Pete

Sun City

SUMMARY:

Works as an independent and compassionate healthcare provider collaborating with area Medical Oncologists to independently perform procedures such as Bone Marrow Biopsy, Skin Punch Biopsy, and other procedures as indicated. Other tasks include assessment of patients, acquiring patient consent, consults, H&P, patient education, health promotion, and care coordination of patients and families as needed.  

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of patients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and Interprets and evaluates findings of diagnostic studies/tests.
• Writes prescriptions for: medication, blood products based upon laboratory results, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and care post-discharge in accordance with written practice protocols.
• Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
• Administers therapeutic measures/obtains specimens as prescribed.
• Dictates follow-up letters to referring physicians with summaries of treatment, response and plan.
• Dictates or writes patient history, admissions, progress notes, and discharge notes in a timely manner.
• Assists in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patients’ care.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn and to remain flexible in the changing health care environment.
• Assists staff in times of crisis or emergency.
• Complies with all federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to patient privacy, patient’s rights, personnel law, safety, labor, and employment law. Adheres to FCS and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Maintain all company equipment in a safe and working manner.
• Assist in training new employees to related job duties.
• Will be expected to work at any FCS location to help meet FCS business needs as directed by collaborating physician.
• Will be expected to work overtime when given sufficient notice of required overtime.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

Master's degree in nursing program OR graduate of a nationally accredited physician assistant program

Active, unencumbered advanced registered nurse practitioner licensure in the State of Florida or physician assistant licensure

National Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner or National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

EXPERIENCE: 

Minimum of two years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider

Experience in Bone Marrow Biopsy, Skin Punch Biopsy, and other procedures, preferred

CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Essential competencies and KSAs targeted to successfully performing in role:

Analysis & Critical Thinking

Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication

Solid time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Ability to collaborate across various levels of management, departments and teams

Comfortable negotiating problems and exploring solutions with physician population

VALUES:

Patient First – Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do

Accountability – Taking responsibility for our actions

Commitment & Care – Upholding FCS vision through every action

Team – Working together, one team, one mission

Expectations for all Employees

Every FCS employee is expected to regularly conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner, to comply with all labor laws, workplace policy and workplace practices.  Employees are expected to bring issues of any forms of workplace harassment, discrimination or other potential improprieties to the attention of their management or the human resources department.

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SCREENINGS – Background, drug, and nicotine screens

Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening.  Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized.

EEOC

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment (Recruiter@FLCancer.com) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.