Nurse Practitioner/Physician Associate- Solid Tumor
Company: New England Cancer Specialists
Location: Westbrook
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description New England Cancer Specialists
(NECS) is currently seeking a full time 4 days/40 hours NP/PA for
our Westbrook clinic The successful candidate will have a strong
oncology/hematology background and be comfortable seeing a broad
spectrum of cancer patients. The NP/PA collaborates closely with
physicians diagnosing, treating, and managing patient care in a
fast-paced outpatient environment. NECS is a private medical
practice composed of 18 oncologists and hematologists serving the
region from five distinct locations in Maine and New Hampshire. Our
mission is to make life better for people with cancer and blood
disorders. Kindness, compassion, and respect are part of everything
that we do - from our phone operators to our physicians, every
person on our team is important, and everyone makes a difference.
We are proud to be the first Dana Farber Affiliate practice in the
country, striving to provide the highest quality care and
unmatched, holistic support for every patient, every day. NECS
offers competitive pay, generous Paid Time Off in the first year,
as well as a generous CME benefit. We offer medical, dental and
vision insurance and eligibility starts 1st of the month after your
hire date! Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Elicit medical
histories of patients, perform physical examinations, and develop a
differential diagnosis/problem list. Assess the physical and
psychosocial status of patients by means of interview, health
history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies, Order and
interpret laboratory tests and radiologic data, diagnose, and treat
co-morbid illness 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 the continuing
healthcare needs of the patient. 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: travel to other NECS locations on an occasional
basis may be needed Weekends: This position will participate with
other practice NP/PAs in weekend urgent care coverage. 4-5 times
per year paid at a premium. State of Maine Nurse
Practitioner/Physician 's Associate license required or the ability
to obtain. Three (3) years' experience in Oncology and Hematology.
Master's Degree Required. Ability to collaborate with physicians,
nurses, and support staff. Ability to communicate with patients in
a clear, concise, and compassionate manner. Benefits: New England
Cancer Specialists offers competitive pay and a comprehensive
benefits package to our employees. Our benefits include medical,
prescription, dental, and vision insurances. Company-paid Life
Insurance, Short Term, and Long-Term disability insurances as well
as Long Term Care insurance. Other benefits include a
company-sponsored retirement program, generous Paid Time Off, a
Wellness Program, and other voluntary benefits. Benefits are
effective 1st of the month after your hire date. The Practice is
committed to helping medical professionals maintain their licenses
to practice medicine by providing them with opportunities to earn
Continuing Medical Education (“CME”). CME benefits may include
reimbursement for tuition costs and examination fees, and time off
for CME Events and exams. The company also pays for reasonable
travel and lodging if needed for CME Events, registration costs,
and meals if needed.
Keywords: New England Cancer Specialists, Portland , Nurse Practitioner/Physician Associate- Solid Tumor, Healthcare , Westbrook, Maine
