Radiation Oncology Physician Assistant

Position Summary

The Radiation Oncology Section at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine/Boston Medical Center provides a full range of cancer care to a diverse patient population in the city of Boston, including a robust clinical trials program.

The position is in the ambulatory practice, where the provider will be responsible for both inpatient and outpatient consultations in conjunction with a supervising physician, supportive care including prescription writing and appropriate referrals, ordering laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging, and providing coordination of care with other departments in the cancer center.

The practitioner is also expected to participate in screening and enrollment onto clinical trials, attending relevant tumor boards, coordinating care with other departments.

Boston Medical Center (BMC) is seeking a compassionate, motivated Physician Assistant to join our Radiation Oncology team.

As New England’s largest safety-net hospital, BMC is committed to providing exceptional, equitable care to all patients, regardless of background or circumstances. Affiliated with Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, our Radiation Oncology department provides comprehensive cancer care to a diverse patient population, including curative and palliative treatments, advanced radiation technologies, and clinical research opportunities.

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team dedicated to supporting patients and families throughout their cancer journey. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) plays an integral role in delivering patient-centered care, coordinating treatment, managing symptoms, and helping patients navigate the physical and emotional challenges of cancer treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care, including inpatient and outpatient consultations, assessments, follow-up visits, and symptom management in collaboration with radiation oncologists.
• Educate and support patients throughout radiation treatment, including treatment preparation and management of acute and long-term side effects.
• Order and interpret appropriate laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging, prescribe medications, and coordinate referrals within the provider’s scope of practice.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, radiation therapists, physicists, social workers, and other cancer center specialists to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards, clinical trial screening and enrollment, and departmental quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted resource and advocate for patients and families, promoting compassionate communication and continuity of care.

Job Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• New graduates with relevant oncology experience or a strong interest in radiation oncology are encouraged to apply.

Licensure

• NCCPA certification
• Active Massachusetts PA license
• Active DEA registration
• Current BLS and ACLS Certifications

Knowledge and Skills

• Expert clinical judgment and ability to be self-directive and demonstrate initiative in an expanded role.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Full command (verbal and written) of the English language.
• Demonstrated ability to apply principles of adult learning to provide effective patient and/or family education.
• Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.
• Effective interpersonal skills to facilitate communication with the various members of the health care team, patients and families.
• Computer proficiency inclusive of the ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information required.
• Physical ability to meet the core job responsibilities in accordance with the practice setting demands for the patient populations regularly served.

Compensation Range

$112,000.00- $162,500.00

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness.

In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.

Note

This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.