Description

St. Luke's is seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our comprehensive Breast Center team. This unique position partners closely with a breast surgeon to lead and manage our growing High-Risk Breast and Genetics Program while providing care for patients throughout the continuum of breast health.

This is a predominantly non-operative clinical role focused on breast cancer risk assessment, genetic counseling coordination, surveillance planning, benign breast disease management, and pre- and post-operative patient care. The APP will work within a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team that includes a dedicated Breast Nurse Navigator, fellowship-trained breast radiologists, and breast surgeons.

Our Breast Center offers comprehensive, patient-centered care with onsite diagnostic mammography, breast ultrasound, and immediate biopsy capabilities, allowing for seamless evaluation and expedited care for patients with breast concerns.

Essential Responsibilities:

High Risk & Genetics Program

• Conduct comprehensive breast cancer risk assessments utilizing established risk models.
• Identify and manage patients at elevated risk for breast cancer.
• Develop individualized surveillance and screening plans in accordance with current guidelines.
• Coordinate and facilitate genetic testing and counseling referrals.
• Review genetic testing results and collaborate with patients and providers on risk-reduction strategies.
• Educate patients regarding hereditary cancer syndromes, screening recommendations, and preventive interventions.
• Manage long-term follow-up for high-risk patients.

Breast Clinical Care

• Evaluate patients referred for abnormal breast imaging, breast symptoms, and benign breast conditions.
• Perform comprehensive breast examinations and clinical assessments.
• Review and discuss imaging and pathology findings with patients.
• Collaborate closely with breast radiologists to coordinate additional imaging and biopsy procedures.
• Develop treatment and follow-up plans in partnership with the breast surgeon and multidisciplinary team.

Care Coordination

• Work collaboratively with the Breast Nurse Navigator to ensure seamless patient care.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up appointments across specialties.
• Communicate effectively with primary care physicians, oncology providers, radiologists, and surgeons.
• Support quality initiatives and program development within the Breast Center.
  
  

Qualifications:

Nurse Practitioner

• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Licensed with the State of Missouri as a Nurse Practitioner
• Board certified as an AGACNP, FNP, or WHNP required.
  
  

Physician Assistant

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Licensed with the State of Missouri as a Physician Assistant
• NCCPA certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in breast health, women's health, or care management preferred.
• Strong patient education and counseling skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience interpreting diagnostic imaging and pathology reports preferred.