Boston Radiation Oncology - GU + International Travel

Hi PA Forum,

The ever expanding Radiation Oncology PA program at BWH is looking for an experienced PA for a pretty interesting position that involves ~60% GU clinical work and ~40% network development (including occasional travel to China, Bermuda, Connecticut, etc). 

The TL:DR version (more details below):

a)            For PAs with 2+ years experience, preferably in GU or Oncology but willing to train

b)            Run a independent follow up clinic for GU Radiation Oncology which will include both in person and virtual clinics (typical responsibilities of imaging, diagnosis and symptom management and developing tx plans are listed in more detail on official job posting below).

c)            Network Responsibilities: Occasional travel to China, Bermuda, Connecticut, etc for on site visits of our network clinics. Site assessments to ensure that network facility is compliant with BWH RadOnc policies and clinical trial processes. More details below.

d)            Expected breakdown of time is ~ 60:40 clinic:network with the network time being protected without clinical responsibilities during that time.

e)            Perfect for a PA hoping to work clinically and develop administrative skills who has the ability/desire for intermittent travel.

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In the Department of Radiation Oncology, the Physician Assistant (PA) can expect to have the unique opportunity to work collaboratively with radiation oncology physicians while also practicing independently within the Department. While the PA can expect a relatively predictable work schedule planned in advance whenever possible, scheduling variations may occur in order to cover clinical needs as they become apparent to the department/division/clinic. 

Department of Radiation Oncology specific responsibilities may include:

•             Run an independent follow up clinic for oncology patients treated with radiation with a focus on GU care

•             Designing and implementing a follow up clinic to provide time-intensive, expert supportive care to patients with cancer in routine post-treatment follow up visits

•             Reviewing radiologic studies to determine follow up patients who require additional treatment and arranging appropriate triage 

•             Independently manage the supportive care and urgent patient needs that occur during treatment in the weeks immediately after treatment, when toxicities are expected to peak

•             Coordinate new patient education and assisting with new patient consults as needed

•             Manage diagnostic imaging and laboratory test ordering as well as appropriate referrals to other providers and services

•             Evaluate and care for patients who are undergoing treatment concerning the acute and chronic effects from radiation therapy and review patient cases with supervising physician as appropriate

•             Prescribing pre- and post-treatment medications following physician consultation or direction and subsequently instructing patients and families regarding medications

•             Have a strong foundation in evaluating evidence-based care publications and applying this knowledge to patient treatment option education

•             Recognizing situations that require the immediate attention of a physician and executing appropriately

•             Assisting with new patient consults across BWH as needed and follow up clinics for other disease sites as needed.

Department of Radiation Oncology specific network development responsibilities may include:

•             Annual review of network partnership sites which may include

o             Accreditation and regulatory compliance

o             Department structure

o             Approaches to providing oncology care

o             Clinical trial processes

o             Evaluation of coordination of care

o             Electronic health record documentation

o             Evaluation the quality assurance measures and program

•             Work closely with the network development leaders

o             Attend network development meetings

o             Assist in preparing the site assessment documents based on review responsibilities

o             Travel to partnering network locations required