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Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant I Medical Oncology
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Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant I Medical Oncology
Avera•Sioux Falls, SD
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Company
Avera
Location
Sioux Falls, SD
Work Schedule
full time
Work Location
office
Avera•Sioux Falls, SD
This week
Office
Company
Avera
Location
Sioux Falls, SD
Work Schedule
full time
Work Location
office
Job Description
Avera is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Medical Oncology team in Sioux Falls, SD. This role involves providing comprehensive cancer care, collaborating with oncologists, and supporting patients through diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
Full Description
Avera is seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the Medical Oncology department in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This advanced practice provider will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to patients with cancer, working closely with oncologists and the multidisciplinary care team. The provider will manage patient evaluations, develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and monitor ongoing care, ensuring patients receive seamless support throughout their cancer journey. The position emphasizes both clinical excellence and a patient-centered approach, fostering trust and comfort for individuals facing complex medical challenges. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully within a leading regional healthcare organization committed to excellence and innovation in oncology services.
Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive patient assessments, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications and therapies in accordance with state and federal guidelines, educating patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, and supportive care, collaborating with oncologists, nurses, pharmacists, and social workers to coordinate care, participating in tumor boards and multidisciplinary meetings, and maintaining accurate documentation in electronic health records. The provider will also assist with symptom management, palliative care consultations, and survivorship planning.
Required qualifications include current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in South Dakota, national certification in the appropriate specialty area, and a minimum of two years of clinical experience preferably in oncology or hematology. Strong knowledge of cancer treatment protocols, chemotherapy side effect management, and palliative care principles is essential. Candidates must demonstrate excellent communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Core skills include advanced clinical assessment, oncology care coordination, patient education and counseling, electronic medical record proficiency, and evidence-based decision making. Avera offers a supportive work environment focused on professional growth, continuing education opportunities, and access to the latest cancer treatment technologies. Employees enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, generous paid time off, and wellness programs. Career advancement pathways include leadership roles, specialty certifications, and participation in clinical research. Avera is proud to serve communities across the region with high-quality, compassionate healthcare.
Key Skills
Oncology patient assessmentCancer treatment planningElectronic health recordsPatient educationMultidisciplinary collaboration
