Nurse Practitioner​/Physician Associate Patient Oncology

Job Description

New England Cancer Specialists (NECS) is seeking a Full‑time 4 days/40 hour nurse practitioner/physician assistant for our Lewiston/Rumford clinic. The successful candidate will have a strong oncology/hematology background and will see a broad spectrum of cancer patients, traveling between Lewiston and Rumford clinics (2 days each). The APP collaborates closely with physicians in diagnosing, treating, and managing patient care in a fast‑paced outpatient environment.

NECS is a private medical practice with 18 oncologists and hematologists, serving the region from 5 locations in Maine and New Hampshire. NECS offers competitive pay, generous paid time off in the first year, CME benefits, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and eligibility starts the month after hire.

• Elicit medical histories of patients, perform physical examinations, and develop a differential diagnosis/problem list.
• Assess patients' physical and psychosocial status by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests and radiologic data; diagnose and treat comorbid illnesses within the scope of a patient's hematologic/oncologic diagnosis; perform procedures as delegated by the attending physician; prescribe medications in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Determine the eligibility of patients for entry into clinical trials based on findings.
• Evaluate the quality of care provided and recommend changes for improvement.
• Initiate appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with patients' continuing healthcare needs.
• Educate patients and families about the disease process and treatment.
• Provide information to patients and families related to symptom management and psychosocial response to the diagnosis of cancer and related treatment.

Travel: rare.

• State of Maine Nurse Practitioner/Physician Associate license required or ability to obtain.
• State of New Hampshire Nurse Practitioner/Physician Associate license required or ability to obtain.
• Three (3) years' experience in oncology and hematology.
• Master's degree required.
• Women's health experience desired.
• Ability to collaborate with physicians, nurses, and support staff.
• Ability to communicate with patients in a clear, concise, and compassionate manner.

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance; company‑paid life, short‑term and long‑term disability; long‑term care insurance; company‑sponsored retirement program; generous paid time off; wellness program; other voluntary benefits.
• Practice supports CME: reimbursement for tuition and examination fees, time off for CME events and exams; company pays reasonable travel, lodging, registration costs, and meals if needed.