Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Medical Oncology

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Medical Oncology - Hillman Cancer Center

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Specifics: Approximately 70% outpatient clinic care and 30% hospital rounding 

Why Join Us? 

• This position offers predictable hours, no call, and no weekends—allowing you to grow clinically while maintaining balance. 

• Hillman Cancer Center is a leader in cancer care, offering cutting-edge treatments and compassionate support. Join a team of over 230 Advanced Practice Providers across the Hillman Cancer Center Network with an APP lead reporting structure.

Advanced Practice Provider:

The Advanced Practice Provider is a collaborative member of the care team who provides high-quality patient care through independent clinical judgment and physician collaboration. The APP manages patient care across the continuum, builds strong interdisciplinary relationships, and demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and emerging leadership within the healthcare team.

The successful candidate will be placed according to years and months of experience for employment purposes.

Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality patient care by applying sound clinical judgment, effective communication, and evidence-based practice. Develop and implement individualized plans of care that support patient safety, quality outcomes, and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver coordinated care and patient education. Actively seek feedback, guidance, and learning opportunities to continuously strengthen clinical skills and professional practice.
• Contribute to a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, ethical awareness, accountability, and teamwork. Participate in quality improvement efforts, support colleagues, and engage in initiatives that enhance patient care and the clinical practice environment.

• Demonstrated ability to provide age-appropriate patient care
• Knowledge of growth and development across the life span
• Ability to assess patient data and deliver care per departmental policies
• Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Physical stamina and dexterity required for direct patient care.

Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances

This position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran