Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant - Palliative Care
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Palliative Care
Join Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute as an advanced practice clinician who demonstrates clinical expertise and leadership skills. The NP/PA evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with diseases and adverse health conditions, manages therapeutic regimens for acute and chronic problems, and focuses on symptom management and communication in serious illness. The NP/PA provides anticipatory guidance, patient and family education, and psychosocial and emotional support to adult patients with a wide range of oncological diagnoses.
The NP/PA is a member of an interdisciplinary care team, collaborating with institute co‑workers and external agencies. The role requires critical thinking, an understanding of research principles, and leadership that improves quality of care. Weekly weekend rotation coverage is expected.
NP Qualifications
Authorization to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Massachusetts
Current certification from a nationally recognized accrediting body approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
Minimum 24 contact hours beyond generic education in pharmacotherapeutics
Master’s degree in Nursing
Minimum one year of palliative care advanced practice clinician experience
Oncology Nurse Practitioner experience preferred
In possession of Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Federal DEA numbers
Certification in Palliative Nursing preferred (ACHPN)
PA Qualifications
Master’s degree and successful completion of an AAPA/NCCPA accredited Physician Assistant Studies program
NCCPA certification and licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Massachusetts
Current DEA and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Licenses
Complete 100 hours of CME per two‑year period of employment
Minimum one year of palliative care advanced practice clinician experience
Professional Experience Levels
PA I: No professional experience required
PA II: 2 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience
PA III: 5 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience
Terms and Conditions of Employment These positions are governed by a collective bargaining unit through the Massachusetts Nurses Association at our Longwood, Chestnut Hill, and Merrimack Valley locations.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Pay range $108,797.71 – $283,365.15 (union positions determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement)
EEO Statement Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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The NP/PA is a member of an interdisciplinary care team, collaborating with institute co‑workers and external agencies. The role requires critical thinking, an understanding of research principles, and leadership that improves quality of care. Weekly weekend rotation coverage is expected.
NP Qualifications
Authorization to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Massachusetts
Current certification from a nationally recognized accrediting body approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
Minimum 24 contact hours beyond generic education in pharmacotherapeutics
Master’s degree in Nursing
Minimum one year of palliative care advanced practice clinician experience
Oncology Nurse Practitioner experience preferred
In possession of Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Federal DEA numbers
Certification in Palliative Nursing preferred (ACHPN)
PA Qualifications
Master’s degree and successful completion of an AAPA/NCCPA accredited Physician Assistant Studies program
NCCPA certification and licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Massachusetts
Current DEA and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Licenses
Complete 100 hours of CME per two‑year period of employment
Minimum one year of palliative care advanced practice clinician experience
Professional Experience Levels
PA I: No professional experience required
PA II: 2 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience
PA III: 5 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience
Terms and Conditions of Employment These positions are governed by a collective bargaining unit through the Massachusetts Nurses Association at our Longwood, Chestnut Hill, and Merrimack Valley locations.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Pay range $108,797.71 – $283,365.15 (union positions determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement)
EEO Statement Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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