Job Description
The Department of Surgery is looking for a dynamic individual to add to our growing Surgical Oncology practice with a focus in breast cancer/high-risk for developing breast cancer. This position will work collaboratively with our breast surgical oncologists in a high-volume clinical practice.
Duties would include conducting comprehensive health assessment and demonstrate a high level of autonomy in the evaluation, management, and treatment of a wide spectrum of patients with different medical problems and co-morbidities.
This role will include evaluation of patients at high risk for developing breast cancer, as well as seeing breast cancer patients in follow-up. Obtaining and completing a focused history and physical, working collaboratively with the breast oncologists as part of the multidisciplinary care team.
Participate in educational and training activities to include regular attendance at teaching conferences and seminars.
Participate in research studies and clinical trials will be a component of duties as determined by the establishment of studies and trials.
The candidate should be of high integrity, flexible, collaborative, self-motivated, detail oriented, efficient, and patient-centered. The candidate would report to the division chief or delegate and would be required to have an excellent relationship with resident physicians. The surgical oncology faculty are committed to providing an excellent collaborative learning and work environment.
(This is a Dual Posting linked with Job ID 56935 and one position will be filled. Final title will depend on the qualifications of the final candidate.) Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone Countys largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year.If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Physicians Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at .
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Job Tags
Temporary work, Flexible hours,