Surgical APP – Gynecologic Oncology

Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Gynecologic Oncology Advanced Womens Care Location:Phoenix, AZ Position Type:Full-Time Schedule:Monday-Friday | Shared Call | No Routine Weekends Position Overview Advanced Womens Care is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Gynecologic Oncology team with a strong focus onsurgical assisting and inpatient management . This role is ideal for an oncology APP who thrives in both the operating room and hospital setting, while also maintaining continuity of care in the outpatient clinic. The APP will work closely with gynecologic oncologists across the full continuum of care, with primary responsibilities including first-assisting in complex oncologic surgeries, inpatient rounding, and post-operative management. Core Responsibilities Surgical Assist First assist in gynecologic oncology procedures including: Robotic and laparoscopic surgeries Open abdominal procedures Staging and debulking surgeries Hysterectomies, lymphadenectomies, and complex pelvic procedures Pre-operative patient evaluation and surgical clearance coordination Post-operative orders, documentation, and care planning Collaboration with anesthesia, OR staff, and surgical teams Inpatient Rounding & Hospital Care Daily inpatient rounding on post-operative and oncology patients Manage pain control, post-surgical complications, and acute oncologic issues Order and interpret labs, imaging, and diagnostic studies Coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care Communicate with consulting services and hospital teams Outpatient & Oncology Management Conduct follow-up visits and symptom management appointments Manage chemotherapy-related side effects and treatment complications Provide patient and family education Assist with survivorship care planning Qualifications Required: Minimum of 2+ years of oncology experience as an NP or PA Prior surgical assisting experience required (robotic and/or open surgery preferred) Active Arizona license For Nurse Practitioners: Masters degree from accredited NP program Current AZ RN and APRN license FNP or AGPCNP certification For Physician Assistants: Graduate of accredited PA program NCCPA certification Licensed by AZ State Board of Medical Practice Additional Requirements: BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross) at start date DEA registration required ACLS certification Strong procedural skills and surgical knowledge Ability to work independently in the hospital setting Excellent communication and critical thinking skills What We Offer Competitive salary based on experience 401(k) with employer match Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Generous PTO CME allowance and dedicated CME time Collaborative, high-acuity surgical oncology environment Opportunity to develop advanced surgical and inpatient oncology expertise Why Join Our Team? This is a unique opportunity to play an integral role in complex gynecologic oncology surgeries while maintaining continuity of care from hospital to clinic. The position offers a balanced mix of operative experience, inpatient management, and longitudinal oncology care within a supportive, multidisciplinary team.