Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Radiation Oncology - Outpatient
The Medical College of Wisconsin's Department of Radiation Oncology is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant with pediatric and adult certification to provide radiation oncology medical care services within a hybrid setting. This position is located in Milwaukee, WI at our Froedtert Campus. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works as part of a multidisciplinary health care team who will contribute to excellence in program administration, patient care, patient safety, research, quality improvement, and teaching as a member of the Department of Radiation Oncology and Children’s Wisconsin. Position Highlights: Collaborates with providers to deliver treatment-related care, side effect/toxicity management, and care coordination for pediatric Radiation Oncology and Children’s Wisconsin patients, as well as adult CNS patients. Partners with interdisciplinary teams to diagnose and treat conditions requiring radiation oncology intervention across ambulatory and inpatient settings. Performs comprehensive histories and physical exams; orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic tests; develops and monitors pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans; and performs appropriately credentialed procedures. Documents accurately and timely within the EMR, including progress notes, procedure notes, and admission/transfer orders. Educates and counsels patients and families on disease processes, treatment plans, preventive care, and promotes continuity of care across the continuum. Meets all regulatory, privileging, and training requirements (including CMS and Joint Commission standards) while maintaining ongoing professional development and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. Schedule: Monday-Friday. No call, weekends, or nights. 8 hour day shift. 36 weekly hours of patient facing & 4 hours of administrative time. Department/Division Highlights: National Leader in Precision Radiation Medicine & Advanced Technology Comprehensive next-generation platform including MR Linac–based adaptive therapy, MR-guided brachytherapy, Gamma Knife ICON™, Radixact™ Tomotherapy™, and upcoming Proton Therapy — all integrated within a precision-first care model. Pioneer in Adaptive & Biologically Guided Radiation Therapy Nationally recognized research leadership in adaptive radiotherapy, imaging biomarkers, molecular phenotyping, and mitigation of normal tissue injury to personalize and improve patient outcomes. ROCKET Program & NCI-Supported Clinical Trial Leadership Dedicated internal infrastructure that accelerates innovation into open, multidisciplinary trials, with faculty actively engaged in NCI-funded cooperative groups and international clinical research. Integrated Academic–Community & Adult–Pediatric Model Broad clinical footprint across academic, VA, community, and pediatric settings — extending state-of-the-art technology and clinical trial access while maintaining academic excellence. Radiation Oncology Qualifications: Preferred Experience: Preference will be given to practitioners with prior experience in radiation oncology, pediatric oncology, or oncology and those with pediatric certification along with adult practice certification. Minimum Education: Advanced Practice Nurse: Master’s Degree or higher in Nursing from a nationally accredited organization. Physician Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies from an ARC-PA-accredited organization. Minimum Requirements: *or eligible* Advanced Practice Nurse/ Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner Wisconsin RN License Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License Certification Requirements: American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) required within 6 months of start date Dea Registration Nurse Practitioner Certification from a nationally accredited professional nursing organization: Family NP (FNP) Must have pediatric and adult certification Physician Assistant Dea Registration Wisconsin Physician Assistant License Certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certification Requirements: American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) required within 6 months of start date Procedure for Candidacy: To submit your application, please click on “Apply Now.” You will create a candidate profile, and you will be prompted to upload your CV and your cover letter, describing your interest and qualifications. References will be required at an appropriate time in the process. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For inquiries or to learn more, please contact: David Dunn, Physician & APP Recruiter [email protected] #LI-DD1 Learn about Advanced Practice Providers Medical College of Wisconsin The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation. Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually. The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service. Commitment to MCW Values All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: acting in Caring ways – engaging in Collaborative efforts – approaching our world with Curiosity – advancing Inclusive practices – demonstrating Integrity in all we do – treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. 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