Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

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Job Summary

At Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute (MGBCI), we are harnessing the expertise of two world-renowned academic medical centers, Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital, along with our growing network of community hospitals and healthcare centers, to transform cancer care.

Our clinicians, researchers, and care teams are driving breakthroughs every day, advancing innovative treatments, expanding access to care, and improving outcomes for patients across the region. As we continue to invest in next-generation facilities and expanding clinical programs, we remain united by a shared purpose:

Together, we are one against cancer.

The Role of Advanced Practice Providers at MGBCI
Advanced Practice Providers are integral to the mission and future growth of the Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute. As key members of multidisciplinary oncology teams, APPs care for patients across every stage of the cancer journey and in a variety of care settings. They play a critical role in enhancing access to care, supporting program growth, and delivering exceptional patient-centered oncology care.

Medical Oncology Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)
Join a supportive and growing Medical Oncology Advanced Practice team supporting the Mass General Cancer Center across our Boston academic medical centers and network locations.

Our team provides comprehensive care for patients with both hematologic malignancies and solid tumor cancers, combining evidence-based medicine, clinical innovation, and compassionate care. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who is passionate about oncology and thrives in a collaborative academic environment.

Working closely with attending oncologists and multidisciplinary colleagues, you will manage a consistent panel of patients while partnering with the broader oncology team to ensure seamless, high-quality care throughout treatment and survivorship.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including histories and physical examinations.
• Develop, implement, and manage treatment plans in collaboration with attending physicians.
• Coordinate diagnostic testing, review laboratory, pathology, and radiology results, and communicate findings to patients.
• Manage oncology patients receiving local and systemic therapies.
• Monitor treatment response, address complex symptom management needs, and ensure continuity of care.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and supportive care needs.
• Write orders and manage therapies in accordance with current clinical guidelines and institutional standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Support access to care through effective coordination of appointments, testing, and follow-up services.
• Participate in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence-based practice efforts.
• Serve as a clinical resource and educator for staff, patients, and families.

Why Join Our Team?
• Work at a nationally recognized academic cancer center.
• Collaborate within a highly respected physician-APP practice model.
• Care for patients with complex hematologic and solid tumor malignancies.
• Engage in innovative clinical programs, research, and practice advancement.
• Be part of a culture that values professional development, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
• Enjoy a strong commitment to provider well-being, sustainable workloads, and work-life balance.

Qualifications:

Required
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current licensure and certification consistent with state and institutional requirements.

Preferred
• Two or more years of advanced practice experience.
• Medical oncology experience.
• Prior oncology RN experience (for NP candidates).
• Proficiency with Epic and other electronic medical record systems.
• Experience managing Epic In-Basket workflows and telemedicine visits.
• Familiarity with clinical trials and research protocols.
If you are looking to practice at the forefront of cancer care, work alongside nationally recognized oncology experts, and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to be One Against Cancer.

Summary
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for assessing and managing various patient populations, including those with medical and/or surgical conditions, as well as providing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, developing appropriate plans of care, and conducting ongoing evaluations.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
-Provides direct care, counseling, and education to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural settings.
-Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
-Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
-Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
-Consistently provides high-quality and timely documentation, including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes, and discharge summaries.
-Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.
-Orders medications and writes prescriptions in accordance with organizational and regulatory policies and procedures. <br>

Education
Master's Degree Nursing or Physician Assistant required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Registered Nurse [RN - MA License]
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [MA License] or
• Physician Assistant [MA License] Experience
  

Experience as a Nurse Practitioner 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

 Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Onsite55 Fruit Street

Pay Range

$126,838.40 - $173,867.20/Annual

Grade

7At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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