APP - Bone Marrow Transplant - Cell Therapy - Cleveland, OH

Location: Main Campus (with potential coverage at Parma)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Call: No call requirement

The MetroHealth System is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our expanding Malignant and Cell Therapy Program. Since launching our Blood & Marrow Transplant Program, MetroHealth has achieved FACT accreditation for adult autologous and immune effector cell therapy, enhancing our ability to deliver advanced treatments including CAR-T and other cellular immunotherapies.

Position Overview

In this role, the APP will play a key part in supporting program growth and providing high-quality care to malignant hematology, blood and marrow transplant and cellular therapy patients across Main Campus and satellite locations. This position offers a diverse clinical experience across multiple settings and the opportunity to develop specialized procedural skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in inpatient and ambulatory settings
• Oversight of cellular therapy infusions
• Participate in the care of malignant hematology, bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy patients
• Perform or learn to perform bone marrow and skin biopsies across Main Campus and satellite locations
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team focused on complex hematologic and cellular therapy care

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an APP is preferred
• New graduates with oncology experience or strong oncology clinical training are also encouraged to apply
• Strong clinical assessment and patient management skills
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) program
• Current licensure in the State of Ohio (RN + APRN Certificate of Authority for NPs; PA license for Physician Assistants)
• National board certification in specialty area (APRN or NCCPA as applicable)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (or obtained within 90 days of hire)
• Obtain advanced life support certifications applicable to practice area within 180 days of hire
• Eligible for and obtains clinical privileges within the specialty/department with The MetroHealth System; must report to the Medical Staff Office at time of hire to initiate credentialing
• Maintains required collaborative/supervisory agreements in accordance with Ohio law
• For NPs: Maintains a Standard Care Arrangement as required by the Ohio Board of Nursing

Physical Demands

• Requires full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patients
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods
• May require lifting and carrying items up to 30 pounds
• Requires manual dexterity to perform clinical procedures (e.g., bone marrow biopsies, central line management)
• Requires visual and auditory acuity necessary to assess patient condition and operate clinical equipment
• May be exposed to infectious diseases, hazardous materials, and chemotherapy agents
• Requires ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment