Position Overview
Cancer specialists at Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute are always evolving. Across our health network, you’ll have access to advanced medical techniques and technologies and the latest clinical trials through our membership in the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Alliance.
In this position you will work at the flagship location for Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute, the John and Dorothy Morgan Cancer Center, located at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest. Our cancer center provides a full range of cancer screening diagnostic, treatment, rehabilitation and continuing care services. In this role, you can expect:
- Inpatient only care for hematology oncology patients
- Evening Shift 7 PM - 7 AM, 3 nights on, 6 nights off
- Individualized onboarding period for training during day shift
The Cancer Institute values collaboration among our clinicians, including our multidisciplinary care team. The teams include specialties such as surgical oncology, medical oncology, and radiation oncology, all working together to address the complexities that come with a cancer diagnosis. When that diagnosis requires a deeper look, our second opinion service connects our patients with doctors who specialize in personalized cancer care.
In a Hematology Medical Oncology Physician Assistant career with LVHN, you’ll experience:
- A multidisciplinary clinic team approach to cancer care.
- Access to more than 150 clinical trials.
- We are certified by The American College of Radiology® as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence.
- Recognized by the American College of Radiology® as an accredited Lung Cancer Screening Center.
Benefits and Perks
As a nationally certified Great Place to Work™, we acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous Total Rewards package that makes LVHN an even better place to work and grow your career. Explore our benefits.
- Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
- CME Time and Allowance
- Relocation (if applicable)
Qualifications
- Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified
- A Valid PA Medical License or ability to obtain one is required
- Graduate from accredited educational program for Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants
About LVHN
LVHN hospitals in the Lehigh Valley are the only hospitals in the region to have received Magnet® recognition five consecutive times since 2002. This prestigious recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center demonstrates our commitment to nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes. LVHN is home to five clinical institutes. Each serve as a hub for innovation, collaboration and education. Our institutes include Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute, Lehigh Valley Heart and Vascular Institute, Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence, Lehigh Valley Fleming Neuroscience Institute and Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute. LVHN is also home to Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital, which is the only children's hospital in the region. This hospital gives our community access to more than 30 pediatric specialties, Children's ExpressCARE locations and a dedicated Children's ER.
We've been consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the top hospital in the region and among the best in the state. We're also Great Place to Work-Certified™, which means an overwhelming majority of our colleagues have a positive experience at LVHN.
These designations tell you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN's core values - Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.
Vaccination Requirements
Individuals are required to adhere to all LVHN vaccination policies in effect at the time of hire. Employees will be subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Please note that safety sensitive positions cannot test positive for marijuana or its metabolites, medical or otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
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