Physician Extender – Oncology Nursing Role

About the role

The Physician Extender works within a multidisciplinary oncology team to deliver holistic, patient‑centred nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Doctor. This position supports high‑quality clinical care, patient education, treatment coordination and continuity of care for cancer patients.

Key responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient history taking and physical assessments.
• Assess, implement, evaluate and document patient care plans.
• Monitor patients throughout treatment and promptly report abnormal findings.
• Provide patient education, counselling and telephone support regarding cancer treatment and symptom management.
• Perform nursing procedures within scope of practice, including wound care, injections and CVAD access and maintenance.
• Coordinate patient appointments, investigations and follow‑up care.
• Assist doctors with clinical procedures and patient management.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.
• Promote patient safety through infection prevention, risk management and compliance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate billing, medical aid authorisations and stock control.
• Maintain professional competence through continuous learning and participation in unit academic activities.

Required profile

• Excellent clinical assessment skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Patient‑centred approach to care.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills.
• Sound clinical judgement and problem‑solving ability.
• High level of professionalism and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Emotional resilience and integrity.

Required skills

• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office 365).
• Proficiency with electronic medical records systems.