Breast Health Nurse Practitioner

Tufts Medicine•Lowell, MA

5d•$124,800 - $156,000•Onsite

About The Position

Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital and LGH Cancer Care Associates are seeking a full-time Breast Health Nurse Practitioner to join the collaborative, multidisciplinary Breast Program team at the Cancer Center on Lowell General Hospital’s Main Campus. The role provides comprehensive, patient-centered breast health services, supporting patients through assessments, diagnostic evaluations, breast cancer treatment, and ongoing follow-up care. The Nurse Practitioner works with breast surgeons, Medical Oncologists, Radiologists, Primary Care Physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care, educate patients, and guide them through complex healthcare decisions. The position is based in an outpatient ambulatory Hematology/Oncology environment and follows a four-day workweek of four 10-hour shifts. There are no weekend or night-call responsibilities and no observed holiday responsibilities. The role supports patients throughout the breast health continuum, from risk assessment and early detection through diagnostic evaluation, treatment coordination, and survivorship care. The team offers access to advanced treatment options and clinical trials, and the position may offer the opportunity to pursue an academic appointment within Tufts University School of Medicine.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
Current Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner licensure.
Breast health, breast surgery, oncology, or related clinical experience through prior advanced practice experience or relevant clinical rotations.
Current CPR Certification.
Strong clinical assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care and an exceptional patient experience.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive breast health assessments, including patient histories, clinical evaluations, and risk assessments within the scope of practice.
Evaluate patients presenting with breast health concerns and coordinate appropriate diagnostic testing, imaging, and specialist referrals.
Collaborate with breast surgeons, Medical Oncologists, Radiologists, and other multidisciplinary team members to develop and coordinate individualized care plans.
Support patients throughout the diagnostic process by providing education, guidance, and timely communication about next steps.
Assist in the management and ongoing care of patients with breast cancer, as appropriate to the role and clinical practice.
Educate patients and families about breast health, screening recommendations, risk reduction, treatment options, and survivorship.
Monitor patients during follow-up visits, assess treatment-related concerns, and coordinate supportive care services.
Facilitate communication and care coordination across specialties to promote timely access, continuity of care, and an exceptional patient experience.
Provide compassionate support to patients and families navigating complex diagnoses and treatment decisions.
Participate in multidisciplinary collaboration and practice initiatives that promote clinical excellence, patient safety, and high-quality breast health services.