Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Inpatient Hematology Oncology

About the Team

Geisinger's Cancer Institute is dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients facing cancer. Our mission is rooted in our core values: Kindness, Excellence, Learning, Innovation, and Safety. We strive to treat everyone with the respect we would hope for ourselves, treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence, and constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients and community. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger, and we are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

About the Role

We are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our inpatient cancer team at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA. In this role, you will perform diagnostic and therapeutic tasks under the supervision of a physician to establish diagnoses and plan therapies. You will serve as a vital advocate in the medical care system, acting as a confidant, advisor, and liaison between the patient and the physician.

Your day-to-day will involve performing initial assessments and triage, tracking procedure and laboratory results, and coordinating follow-up care with the outpatient cancer institute team. You will participate in joint rounds with attending physicians and fellows, and once competent, perform specialized procedures such as bone marrow biopsies and lumbar punctures. This position offers a balanced professional career in central Pennsylvania, known for convenient community living and proximity to major cities like New York, Harrisburg, and Philadelphia.

Position Details

This role operates on a rotating schedule, typically working one week on and one week off. Shifts are 12 hours long (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM or 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM) with a night shift rotation that includes a night incentive. The position requires coverage for weekends and holidays, with a maximum of 14 shifts per month. The work is performed in a clinical inpatient environment.

Benefits & Culture

Geisinger offers healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions starting from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partners. We encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation, and collegiality from senior management down. As part of our commitment to professional growth, we provide 80 hours of CME and generous PTO.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.