Advanced Practice Provider

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

Hours: Rotational (3) 12-hour shifts (7:00am - 7:00pm) and after hours on-call rotation

Job Description:

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a highly knowledgeable professional provider, including Physician Assistants (PA), Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN), and Nurse Practitioners (NP), who assumes responsibility for providing personalized care to patients. In this role, clinical assessment and interpretative skills, communication skills, and problem-solving techniques are used to deliver quality care to patients. This highly respected role supports patients and works in concert with physicians and care teams to meet the clinical needs of patients.

Responsibilities:

• Perform tasks in collaboration with, or as directed by, the patient’s attending physician.

• Conduct clinical assessments and interpret results.

• Ensure all entries in the medical record are co-signed by the attending physician.

• Prescribe medications as clinically indicated and allowed by state/federal licensing.

• Interact effectively with a variety of settings with both efficiency and urgency.

• Provide care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

• Take call as required.

• Demonstrate a high level of independence and critical thinking.

• Assess concerns with a collaborative team approach.

Requirements:

• Current State of IL License

• DEA without restriction

• Illinois Controlled Substance license required

Additional Information:

• The APP role supports a broad scope of services and requires flexibility to meet patient care and business needs.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here: Benefits Information