What are the responsibilities and job description for the NP/PA in Oncology for Beautiful Bellingham position at PeaceHealth?
Job Description
Description
We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join PeaceHealth's Comprehensive Cancer Care Team in Bellingham, Washington.
The PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center team includes five Medical Oncologists, two Radiation Oncologists, three Nurse Practitioners, Oncology Certified Nurses, Clinical Trials staff, Nurse Navigators, Care Coordinators, Social Workers and a wide range of support professionals. Our oncology physicians rotate to satellite clinics on San Juan Island and United General Hospital in Sedro Woolley; however, this position will be based in Bellingham. We utilize a collaborative care model in which each NP/PA works closely with a Medical Oncologist.
Why you'll love the practice:
- Commission on Cancer accredited facility
- Beautiful, 35,000‑square‑foot comprehensive cancer center in a wooded, natural setting
- Robust onsite support including OCN-certified nurses, nurse navigators, social workers, nutritionists, financial counselors, and spiritual-support staff
- General tumor board plus site-specific tumor boards for breast and thoracic oncology
- Complementary therapies and active patient support groups
- Dedicated Survivorship Program
- Strong involvement in clinical trials
- Epic EMR
Competitive compensation and robust benefits:
- First year salary amount: $65.86 - $82.46 per hour, annualized, depending on years of experience
- Employment bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- CME Allowance
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and wellness benefits
- Retirement
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
If this opportunity resonates with you, please reach out to: Holly Giesbrecht, Physician & Clinician Recruiter: hgiesbrecht@peacehealth.org
About Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham offers the perfect blend of outdoor recreation, urban amenities, strong schools, great dining, and a vibrant arts and culture scene—all surrounded by stunning natural beauty from sea to mountains to rainforest. Home to Western Washington University, Whatcom Community College, and Bellingham Technical College, the community thrives with creativity and energy.
With 65 miles of urban trails, pristine lakes, forests, saltwater beaches, and nearby snow-covered peaks, residents enjoy endless opportunities for hiking, camping, water activities, birdwatching, snow sports, and scenic drives.
Situated 90 minutes north of Seattle and 30 minutes south of British Columbia, Bellingham is consistently rated as one of America’s most desirable places to live by Money, Outside, Kiplinger, Forbes, and National Geographic. Whether you’re heading to Mount Baker for skiing, exploring the San Juan Islands, trekking the North Cascades, or enjoying the shops and cafés of historic Fairhaven and downtown, Bellingham has something for everyone.
About PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth has served Northwest Washington since 1890. PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center is a 253‑bed, two‑campus hospital offering a Level II Trauma Center and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services. Our Whatcom Region includes the Cardiovascular Center at PeaceHealth St. Joseph and extensive primary and specialty care services through PeaceHealth Medical Group.
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Salary : $66 - $82