Advanced Practice Provider
Company: The US Oncology Network
Location: Greeneville
Posted on: October 29, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Overview We can't do it without YOU! Do you want
to apply your experience, skills and education in a way that makes
a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of our patients
and their families? At Tennessee Cancer Specialists, it is the
privilege of our employees to walk with our patients and their
families as they move along the journey of fighting cancer. Whether
you are working directly with patients in one of our clinics or in
a support role, you are an important part of our mission to deliver
the highest quality, compassionate care. Our 200 employees make up
the teams at our 16 different East Tennessee locations. SCOPE :
Under direct supervision, diagnoses and treats acute, episodic, or
chronic illness related to oncology/hematology, independently or as
part of a healthcare team; focused on health promotion and disease
prevention. Supports and adheres to Tennessee Cancer Specialists
Code of Ethical Conduct and Compliance policies. Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Analyzes and interprets
patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic
information to develop appropriate diagnoses Diagnoses and/or
treats chronic or acute health care disease and illness Recommends
diagnostic or therapeutic interventions with attention to safety,
cost, invasiveness, simplicity, acceptability, adherence, efficacy,
etc. Prescribes medications based on efficacy, safety, and cost as
legally authorized basing dosages, routes, and frequencies on such
patient characteristics such as age and gender Educates patients
about self-management of acute or chronic illnesses, tailoring
instructions to patients' circumstances Orders, performs, or
interprets the results of diagnostic tests, such as complete blood
counts (CBCs), electrocardiograms (EKGs), and radiographs (x-rays)
Maintains complete and detailed records of patients' health care
plans and prognoses Recommends interventions to modify behavior
associated with health risks Develops treatment plans based on
scientific rationale, standards of care, and professional practice
guidelines Detects and responds to adverse drug reactions,
particularly to vulnerable populations Studies current literature,
talks with colleagues, and participates in professional
organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in
nursing Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side
effects or interactions with other substances, such as food
supplements, over-the-counter (OTC) medications, herbal remedies,
etc. Provides patients with information needed to promote health,
reduce risk factors, or prevent disease or disability Performs
additional duties as requested or assigned Qualifications MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse
Practitioner OR Physician Assistant program required Active TN
state license required M inimum 0-3 years of prior experience in
oncology and at least one (1) year of APP experience highly
preferred. Current BLS certification required Required to maintain
current education requirements PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical
demands described here represent those that an employee must meet
to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
Physical demands of this job typically require a full range of body
motion, including manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye
coordination for handling and lifting patients as needed Requires
standing and walking for extensive periods Occasionally lifts and
carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and
hearing to normal range. Required to be present at scheduled clinic
site to assist patients and co-workers during assigned shift hours.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described
here represent those an employee encounter while performing this
job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. Exposure to infectious diseases, toxic substances,
medical preparations, and other conditions common to an
oncology/hematology clinic environment Travels to multiple clinics
to perform job duties as assigned I n vo l ve s frequent
interaction with staff, patients, and the public
Keywords: The US Oncology Network, Johnson City , Advanced Practice Provider, Healthcare , Greeneville, Tennessee