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Lowell, Massachusetts

Outpatient Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner

Oncology 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsFull-Time

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 Outpatient Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary team at the Cancer Center on Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital’s Main Campus.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals with a broad range of hematologic and oncologic conditions. Working closely with Medical Oncologists, Primary Care Physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals, you will help evaluate and manage patients, coordinate treatment plans, and support the best possible clinical outcomes and quality of life.

If you are passionate about oncology care, value collaboration, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of 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.

Integrated Healthcare: Our practice encompasses a broad range of specialties and services, including medical oncology, benign hematology, breast health, gynecologic oncology, surgical oncology, and clinical genetics. Our integrated approach helps patients navigate complex diagnoses and treatment plans while receiving coordinated, comprehensive care.

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 Research: Our team provides access to advanced treatment options, including targeted radioligand therapy and targeted tumor therapies, as well as innovative clinical trials across multiple cancer types. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of evolving, evidence-based treatment that help improve patient outcomes.

A Strong Multidisciplinary Network: Collaborate with specialists across Tufts Medicine and a broad network of clinical services, including Interventional Radiology, Urology, Neurology, and surgical specialties. Our relationship with Tufts Medical Center further strengthens access to specialized expertise and coordinated care.

Responsibilities

As an outpatient Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner, you will be an integral member of our care team, helping patients navigate their diagnosis, treatment and ongoing care.

Responsibilities Include

Provide comprehensive outpatient assessment, evaluation, and management of patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions.

Collaborate with Medical Oncologists and the multidisciplinary care team to develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.

Monitor patient progress, assess treatment response, and identify and manage treatment-related symptoms and complications within the scope of practice.

Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, symptom management, and supportive care.

Coordinate care across specialties and services to promote continuity, timely access, and optimal clinical outcomes.

Support patients throughout their treatment journey, with an emphasis on symptom management, quality of life, and compassionate, patient-centered care.

Participate in team-based initiatives that promote clinical excellence, patient safety, and exceptional patient experience.

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Current Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner licensure.
  • Hematology/Oncology experience through prior advanced practice experience or relevant clinical rotations.
  • Current CPR Certification.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
  • A commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care and an exceptional patient experience.

A team player who is excited to work cooperatively with a wide range of stakeholders and disciplines to champions world class patient satisfaction and support

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 hematology/oncology experience through advanced practice work or relevant clinical rotations, along with strong communication and collaboration skills and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Outpatient Patient AssessmentPatient Evaluation and ManagementTreatment PlanningTreatment Response MonitoringPatient and Family EducationCare CoordinationMultidisciplinary CollaborationClinical Safety

Oncology 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
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 Massachusetts87 active2,050 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 13% remote · 65% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Oncology pay trend+12.4% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, 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 Outpatient Hematology/Oncology 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% of all Oncology healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

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Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
85%
Sign-on bonus
55%
CME allowance
50%
Loan repayment
15%
Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

8.0/ 10
Listing-based score
  • 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.