Job Summary

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, located in beautiful Northeast Florida, is actively seeking a skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner or Physician AssistantThoracic Surgery & Interventional Pulmonology team to join our dynamic within the Division of Surgery.

Baptist MD Anderson is a premier cancer center that combines the strengths of the region's most preferred healthcare provider, Baptist HealthMD Anderson Cancer Centeracademic-caliber oncology carepatient-centered, community-based setting, with the renowned cancer care expertise of. As one of only seven health systems in the country selected to replicate MD Anderson's proven model of care, we offer providers the best of both worlds: within a.

In support of our mission, we recently opened a 330,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility dedicated solely to oncology care--designed to enhance the patient experience and foster interdisciplinary collaboration.

Position Overview

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP)outpatient clinic, operating room, inpatient care, and post-operative follow-up will play a vital role in the care of thoracic surgery patients across all phases--, including long-term surveillance for cancer patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Outpatient Care:
• Manage patients independently in clinic, including post-operative visits, cancer surveillance, and urgent issues.
• Perform outpatient procedures such as ultrasound-guided thoracentesischest tube removal and.
• Collaborate with RNs to triage postoperative concerns and patient messages.
• Complete clinic notes, orders, and referrals in a timely manner.
• Participate in weekly tumor boards and work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Inpatient Responsibilities:
• Round independently on post-operative patients, managing chest tubes, drains, wounds, pain control, labs, imaging, and discharges.
• Evaluate and present new thoracic surgery consults and interventional pulmonology consults in coordination with the supervising physician.
• Procedural/ Operating Room:
• First-assist in open, minimally invasive, and robotic thoracic surgical procedures.
• Complete perioperative notes and orders as required.
• Support interventional pulmonology procedures
• Hours: Monday- Friday
• Call:
• Rotating night and weekend call
• Home call coverage for thoracic surgery and interventional pulmonology
• Weekend inpatient rounding and emergency OR coverage as needed.

Why Northeast Florida?

Northeast Florida offers a remarkable quality of life, with:

• Over 1,100 miles of scenic coastline and waterways
• A vibrant cultural scene, thriving economy, and professional sports
• Exceptional golf courses, tennis clubs, parks, and trails
• Family-friendly communities and top-rated public and private schools
• Proximity to world-class destinations and Florida's best attractions

Jacksonville has been recognized by Forbes as one of the top cities for relocation in the U.S., and Expedia recently named it one of the nation's "Top 20 Supercool Cities."

Join Our Team

Baptist MD Anderson is proud to be an equal opportunity employerdiverse and inclusive faculty, committed to building a that reflects the communities we serve.

To applyCVMadeleine.Lamb@bmcjax.com, please send your and a cover letter outlining your clinical and academic interests to:

Education Required

Master's Degree

Education Preferred

Master's Degree

Experience

• 1-2 years of experience as a first assist or RNFA preferred, robot experienced preferred
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to function autonomously in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment

License and Certification

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current Florida licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA)
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

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