NP-PA-Radiation Oncology

Southcoast Health • Fairhaven, MA

292d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics, and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. We are searching for a talented Advanced Practitioner for Radiation Oncology. This position is part-time, with hours of 32 hours per week from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with no weekend, holiday, or on-call shifts. The role will be based in Fairhaven and Fall River, MA.

Requirements

• Physician Assistant: Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required.
• Graduate of an A.M.A.-approved Physician Assistant program is required.
• Certification from a National accrediting body to practice as a Physician Assistant is required.
• Nurse Practitioner: Master of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
• Certification from a National accrediting body to practice as a Nurse Practitioner is required.
• Current Massachusetts R.N. registration is required.
• Nurse Practitioner Certificate/Physician Assistant Certificate is required.
• Minimum one year experience as an Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP) required.
• At least one to two years of experience in oncology, radiation oncology, or a related specialty.
• Certification issued by Commonwealth of Massachusetts to practice as a Registered Nurse in an expanded role required.
• Current Nurse Practitioner license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of designated duties and responsibilities in collaboration with individual physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional care to oncology patients in the outpatient setting.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical histories, physical exams, and evaluations of symptoms related to cancer and radiation treatment.
• Perform ongoing follow-up and survivorship care after the completion of radiation treatment.
• Consult on and provide ongoing follow-up as needed for inpatients needing Radiation Oncology consultation or management while in the hospital.
• Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the oncologists and radiation team.
• Educate patients on radiation therapy procedures, side effects, and potential outcomes.
• Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and their families, addressing concerns relating to their cancer diagnosis.
• Work in conjunction with radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Benefits

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off Package.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree