AVP of Cancer Services - United Hospital Center Job at WVU Medicine - United Hospital Center

WVU Medicine - United Hospital Center Bridgeport, WV 26330

From $132,725 a year

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing.

2. Oncology certification OCN.

3. Current License to practices as a Registered Professional Nurse in West Virginia.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Seven years of management experience in program development in oncology.

2. Seven years in nursing experience in oncology.

3. Seven years of leadership experience in regulatory compliance with CMS, TJC & American College of Surgeons’ Committee.

4. Two years’ experience in clinical trials, preferably in clinical trials oversight.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Masters of Science in Nursing.

2. Advanced Oncology Certification (AOCN).

EXPERIENCE:

1. Five years’ clinical experience in outpatient oncology or oncology related services

2. Knowledge of or experience in coding, abstracting, and staging of cancer using ICD-10, coding, TNM and AJCC staging systems.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Oversees function of cancer center and outpatient clinics for competency and safety, including infusion, radiation, registry, and authorization and navigation functions.

2. Problem solves with all areas for best patient/organization outcome.

3. Assures patient and other customer satisfaction.

4. Assures administration of chemotherapy and biologic therapies, blood products and all medication and treatments safely, accurately and according to the appropriate policies/procedures.

5. Oversees accreditation requirements regarding compliance.

6. Oversees clinical trial program.

7. Reviews the status of UHC cancer programs in relation to COC standards to assure 100% compliance with current standards. (Review should be presented to Cancer Committee and UHC Administration on an annual basis.)

8. Meets priorities of the new COC standards, as delineated in the plan, meeting quarterly goals and reporting to Cancer Committee and UHC administration on a quarterly basis.)

9. Directs and facilitates activities of the Oncology Care Team.

10. Oversees and facilitates all activities of the Cancer Committee, providing support to all medical personnel in reaching goals of the committee.

11. Maintains strong ties with the oncology professional community through affiliations with ONS and the entire oncology network by participating maximally in oncology activities in the expanded market area.

12. Partners with other community agencies: ACS, to optimally impact on the cancer problem.

13. On an annual basis, evaluates all programs, determines validity of each, determines community needs, and recommends expansion by the addition of at least two programs/priorities for the upcoming year.

14. Collaborates in the development of standards of care and policies and procedures for the oncology patient population, assuring incorporation of data from the current literature.

15. Attends multi-disciplinary conferences as requested making suggestions as appropriate for care and discharge planning.

16. Coordinates with the leadership of the in-patient/out-patient areas; radiation therapy and physician office to assure optimal delivery of care.

17. Facilitates and oversees the coordinative functions of the cancer registry: weekly tumor boards; Patient Care Evaluations; Special Studies; etc.

18. Oversees budgets for Physician Office, Infusion Center, Radiation Therapy and Tumor Registry, as well as develops budgets for all cancer programs, assuring cost- effectiveness and efficiency.

19. Conducts cost analyses of services offered in order to assess status against benchmarks (i.e. productivity in radiation therapy; Infusion Center productivity and tumor registry, etc).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing nursing duties throughout the work shift.

2. Must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying amounts of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis

3. Must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying amounts of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis

4. Hearing within normal range is required. (I.e.: to assess breath sounds, bowel sounds, apical pulse, monitors, etc.)

5. Visual acuity must be within normal range.

6. Must be able to perform heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force regularly to move objects.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Exposure to body fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps and explosive gases.

2. Exposure to cleaning agents and disinfectants.

3. Exposure to toxic gas, fumes and odors.

4. Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.

5. Exposure to electrical current.

6. Exposure to radiation from x-rays.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Must have the ability to perform concentrated and complex mental activity with frequent involvement in complex and highly technical situations

2. Must have the ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions, and must be capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis

3. Must have the ability to make sound, independent judgments based on scientific principles, and also be able to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members in an appropriate fashion.

4. Must have the ability to comprehend and perform oral and written instructions and procedures.

5. Must have effective reading and comprehension skills.

6. Must have strong communication skills, written and verbal.

7. Must have math skills to enable calculation of drug dosages and infusion rates.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $132,724.80 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Bridgeport, WV 26330: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person




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