Advanced Practice Provider, Outpatient Medical Oncology

Advocate Aurora Health

. Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories, physical examinations, and review of diagnostic studies .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeLibertyville • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55 - $82 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates comprehensive patient evaluation and treatment planning skills, with a strong focus on collaboration within interdisciplinary teams. Proficient in managing treatment-related toxicities and utilizing electronic medical records for accurate documentation.

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Active PA LicenseNational Board CertificationDEA RegistrationBLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP CertificationBachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant

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Hard Skills

Patient EvaluationTreatment Plan DevelopmentChemotherapy MonitoringLaboratory Test InterpretationClinical DocumentationPharmacologic InterventionsDisease Management CounselingQuality Improvement ParticipationOffice ProceduresCoding and Billing Practices

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaboration SkillsOrganizational SkillsDecision-Making SkillsAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Record Proficiency

Certifications & Qualifications

Active PA National Board CertificationActive DEA RegistrationBLS CertificationACLS CertificationPALS CertificationNRP Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareInterdisciplinary TeamQuality ImprovementHealth PromotionDisease Prevention

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories, physical examinations, and review of diagnostic studies
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
Monitor patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and supportive treatments
Manage treatment-related toxicities, symptoms, and side effects
Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory and diagnostic test results
Provide patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, medications, and supportive care strategies
Participate in survivorship planning and ongoing follow-up care
Coordinate care with specialists, primary care providers, navigators, nurses, and ancillary services
Document care plans and clinical encounters accurately within the electronic medical record
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice efforts
Assess, diagnose, and determine or alter treatment and management plans
Prescribe pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and therapies
Provide health promotion, disease prevention, and disease management counseling and education
Manage patients within scope of practice as part of an interdisciplinary team
Seek consultation or referrals and escalate patients for emergent or specialized care when necessary
Submit professional services using compliant coding and billing practices
Facilitate coordinated care and communication among healthcare team members and community agencies
Perform office or hospital procedures according to specialty practice, competency, and granted privileges
Participate in quality, safety, peer review, meetings, committees, and workgroups
Participate in education and onboarding of new team members, students, and healthcare professionals
Maintain and develop clinical and professional skills
Maintain productivity, access, face-to-face time, and quality metrics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active PA license(s) in state(s) of practice
Active PA national board certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Active DEA registration prior to hire
For Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire
Active BLS and/or ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical practice prior to or within 6 months of hire
Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant
No experience required
High level of clinical proficiency and excellent decision-making skills
Ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team
Ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the workday
Functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs over the head
Ability to carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Generous paid time off
CME support
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program