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Lowell, Massachusetts

Breast Health Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsFull-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$125k-$156k

The week · per this posting4-day week

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Job Description

At Tufts Medicine, you’ll make an impact and build your career, alongside a community of brilliant, compassionate colleagues. Every member of our team plays an essential role in delivering healthcare that is accessible, empowering and centered on what matters most: the patient

Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital and LGH Cancer Care Associates are seeking a full-time Breast Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary Breast Program team at the Cancer Center on Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital’s Main Campus.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide comprehensive, patient-centered breast health services, supporting patients through breast health assessments, diagnostic evaluations, breast cancer treatment, and ongoing follow-up care. Working closely with breast surgeons, Medical Oncologists, Radiologists, Primary Care Physicians, and other healthcare professionals, you will help coordinate care, education patients, and guide them through what can be a complex and emotional healthcare journey.

If you are passionate about breast health, cancer prevention, early detection, and providing compassionate care to patients and their families, we invite you to join our team.

A Schedule Designed for Work-Life Balance

Enjoy a rewarding clinical career with a schedule that supports your professional goals and personal well-being.

  • Four-day workweek: Work four 10-hour shifts per week.
  • Outpatient setting: Provide care in a dedicated ambulatory Hematology/Oncology environment.
  • No weekends or night call: Enjoy predictable scheduling without weekend or overnight call responsibilities.
  • No observed holiday responsibilities: Enjoy the observed holidays with your family and friends.

About LGH Cancer Care Associates

LGH Cancer Care Associates is an established Hematology/Oncology practice in Lowell, MA, dedicated to providing exceptional cancer care to the Greater Lowell community. Our specialists combine advanced treatment options, nationally recognized expertise, and a compassionate, personalized approach to care for the whole patient.

Our team includes five full-time physicians and eight Advanced Practice Clinicians, creating a collaborative environment where APCs are valued partners in delivering high-quality care.

Comprehensive Breast Health Services: As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will help support patients across the breast health continuum, from risk assessment and early detection through diagnostic evaluation, treatment coordination, and survivorship care. You will collaborate with specialists across the health system to help ensure patients receive timely, coordinated, and personalized care.

Integrated Healthcare: Working alongside breast surgeons, Medical Oncologists, Radiologists, and other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care for patients with breast health concerns and breast cancer diagnoses. Our integrated network, including our relationship with Tufts Medical Center, supports access to specialized expertise and coordinated treatment planning.

Academics: Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital offers the opportunity to pursue an academic appointment within Tufts University School of Medicine, with a wide variety of teaching and educational activities for those interested in advancing their academic and professional development.

Advanced Treatment and Innovative Care: Our team provides access to advanced treatment options and innovative clinical trials. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of evidence-based care while helping patients understand options, navigate treatment decisions, and achieve the best possible outcomes.

Responsibilities

As a Breast Health Nurse Practitioner, you will play an integral role in providing comprehensive, compassionate care to patients with breast health concerns and those navigating a breast cancer diagnosis.

Responsibilities Include

Perform comprehensive breast health assessments, including patient histories, clinical evaluations, and risk assessments within the scope of practice.

Evaluate patients presenting with breast health concerns and coordinate appropriate diagnostic testing, imaging, and specialist referrals.

Collaborate with breast surgeons, Medical Oncologists, Radiologists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to develop and coordinate individualized care plans.

Support patients throughout the diagnostic process, providing education, guidance, and timely communication regarding next steps in their care.

Assist in the management and ongoing care of patients with breast cancer, as appropriate to the role and clinical practice.

Provide patient and family education regarding breast health, screening recommendations, risk reduction, treatment options, and survivorship.

Monitor patients during follow-up visits, assess treatment-related concerns, and coordinate supportive care services.

Facilitate communication and care coordination across specialties to promote timely access, continuity of care, and an exceptional patient experience.

Provide compassionate support to patients and families navigating complex diagnoses and treatment decisions.

Participate in multidisciplinary collaboration and practice initiatives that promote clinical excellence, patient safety, and high-quality breast health services.

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Current Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner licensure.
  • Breast health, breast surgery, oncology, or related clinical experience through prior advanced practice experience or relevant clinical rotations.
  • Current CPR Certification.
  • Strong clinical assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
  • A commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care and an exceptional patient experience.

Apply: Please submit application/CV via this job post or email CV directly to David Rezendes, Physician Recruiter, at David.Rezendes@tuftsmedicine.org.

About Tufts Medicine

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth, one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

Pay Range

$124,800.00 - $156,000.00 based on full-time equivalent

Requirements

Requires graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, current Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner licensure, and current CPR certification. Candidates must have breast health, breast surgery, oncology, or related clinical experience, along with strong assessment, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Breast Health AssessmentClinical EvaluationDiagnostic Testing CoordinationPatient EducationOncology CareBreast Cancer Follow-UpPatient and Family SupportClinical Judgment

Oncology — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 40 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 65% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $133k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Oncology market look like in Massachusetts?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.0 / 10 · top 5% in oncology (np)ranked against 291 Oncology (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$125k–$156kOncology median $139k (middle half $134k–$143k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$133k in purchasing powerMassachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Oncology listings in Massachusetts10 active294 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 13% remote · 65% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Oncology pay trend+5.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (291 Oncology (NP) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Breast Health Nurse Practitioner at Tufts Medicine a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Oncology (NP) — ranked against 291 active Oncology (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

20 jobs · 18 employers
401k / retirement match
85%
Sign-on bonus
55%
CME allowance
50%
Loan repayment
15%
Relocation assistance
10%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Oncology (NP) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 291 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • Includes call

Living in Lowell

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$526k≈ 4.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,252/mo≈ 22% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.