Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - Oncologist

Department: ProvidersClassification: Full-TimeSchedule: Per assigned clinic provider template, Monday–FridayLocation: Assigned Clear Choice Dermatology clinic(s), OregonReports To: Regional Manager (administrative); Medical Director (clinical)FLSA Status: ExemptPOSITION SUMMARYClear Choice Dermatology is a growing dermatology organization committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered skin cancer care. The Dermatologic Oncology Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) works closely with dermatologists, Mohs surgeons, dermatopathologists, and multidisciplinary care teams to evaluate, treat, and coordinate care for patients with melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, and other cutaneous malignancies. Within CCD protocols and the collaboration agreement, this provider directly manages systemic therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy for skin cancer patients, and plays a key role in patient education, surveillance, treatment management, and continuity of care throughout the patient's treatment journey.CORE RESPONSIBILITIESEvaluation & DiagnosisEvaluate and manage patients with skin cancers and oncology-related dermatologic conditionsObtain comprehensive medical histories and perform focused physical examinations, including full-body skin and lymph node examinationsOrder, review, and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, pathology reports, and diagnostic evaluations, including staging studiesSystemic Therapy & Immunotherapy ManagementDevelop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising/collaborating physicians and specialistsDirectly manage systemic therapy, immunotherapy (e.g., immune checkpoint inhibitors), and targeted therapy for skin cancers, including ordering and prescribing within scope of license, CCD protocols, and the collaboration agreementConfirm eligibility before each treatment cycle by reviewing labs, performance status, and side effects, and hold or adjust treatment per protocolAssess and manage treatment-related side effects and complications, including immune-related adverse events (e.g., colitis, pneumonitis, hepatitis, endocrine and skin toxicities), and escalate serious events to the collaborating physician or emergency care per protocolCoordinate infusion scheduling, prior authorizations, and medication access with the care teamFollow CCD safety standards for ordering, handling, and documenting hazardous drugs and high-risk medicationsSurveillance & Patient EducationConduct follow-up visits and surveillance for patients with melanoma and other high-risk skin cancers, and keep patients on the correct recall scheduleEducate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, prognosis, expected side effects, prevention, and supportive care, and obtain informed consent for treatmentPromote skin cancer prevention, sun protection, and self-examinationCare CoordinationCoordinate care with dermatologists, Mohs surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and other specialists as neededPresent cases at tumor board and track recommendations, referrals, and outside results so that nothing falls through the cracksDocumentation, Quality & GrowthMaintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR (EMA / Modernizing Medicine), including treatment plans, cycle assessments, and adverse eventsClose charts and select accurate diagnosis and procedure codes in a timely manner to support compliant billingSupport MIPS/quality measures, including biopsy follow-up, melanoma recall, and referral loop closureParticipate in quality improvement initiatives and patient care programsSupport the growth and development of dermatologic oncology services within the practiceFollow HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, and CCD clinical policies and protocols at all timesWHY JOIN CLEAR CHOICE DERMATOLOGYJoin our team dedicated to advancing dermatological health and skin cancer care. We offer opportunities for professional growth, ongoing education, and a collaborative work environment focused on excellence in patient care.