Nurse Practitioner
Company: Arizona Center for Cancer Care
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description The nurse practitioner manages all aspects of the
patients care as pertains to comprehensive assessment, ordering,
and overseeing the management of conventional chemotherapy and
support of clinical services. It is important that a friendly,
caring, courteous, and professional attitude is displayed at all
times as this person has front-line contact with patients and
families. Duties and responsibilities Provide collaborative
comprehensive care to oncology patients. Assesses, plans,
implements and evaluates care for patient’s specific needs Assesses
data reflective of the patient’s status and appropriately
interprets information relative to the patient’s needs. Initiates
and documents appropriate interactions with patients and consulting
physicians. Coordinates patient care and complete of documentation
in a timely manner according to company policy Provides Education
to meet patient/family needs Assists physicians and performs
procedures as needed Ability to order and interpret diagnostic test
Evaluates laboratory results and prepares for change of treatment
based on laboratory results Develop and implement treatment plans.
Assist with clinical staff education Prescribe and dispense
medication in accordance with state and federal regulations
Document subjective and objective findings in electronic health
records Monitor and assess effectiveness of therapeutic therapies
Knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation
requirements Serve as Education & Drug Information resource to
patients, billing personnel, and clinical staff Communicates well
with patients, medical staff, and co-workers; maintains an
environment of caring, concern, and support Possesses ability to
manage multiple patient treatments in a fast paced environment
Keeps the Director of Clinical Services informed of any significant
information and/or patient issues Manage after hours care,
including weekend and evenings as requested by supervising
physician Communicate verbally either in person or by phone or text
to the supervising physician to optimize patient care Electronic
health record documentation to be completed within 24 hours of the
patient visit Performs other duties/special projects as assigned.
Working conditions/ Physical requirements Medical office setting
Moderate noise levels from medical setting and equipment Standing
for long periods of time Ability to see details at close range
Ability to listen and understand information through spoken words
and sentences Ability to read and understand information in writing
Ability to communicate information in speaking so others will
understand Daily uses of hands to type, file, and write/sign
documents Minimum lifting requirements of 25 pounds in order to
transfer equipment, help patients with positioning, and pack/unpack
supplies Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes in order
to assist patients Qualifications Qualifications/Education
Requirements Must be a graduate from an accredited school of
nursing and nurse practitioner program. Must have a certification
as a nurse practitioner by an approved certifying organization Good
knowledge of medicine as related to medical examination, health
history, the development of working diagnoses, and other areas as
appropriate to the specific service provided Oncology Certified
Nurse certification (OCN) Minimum 2 years oncology experience as a
NP Computer experience with EMR knowledge Excellent work ethic,
including integrity, positive attitude, productive, organized,
treats leadership with respect, excellent attendance, continuously
learning and willing to ask for help Ability to work efficiently
and effectively in a detail oriented, fast-paced setting
Licensure/Certification Must have a certification as a nurse
practitioner by an approved certifying organization Must have
Advanced Practice Certificate Must have active BLS (Basic Life
Support) certification Must have Prescribing and Dispensing
Certificate in AZ
Keywords: Arizona Center for Cancer Care, Phoenix , Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare , Scottsdale, Arizona
