APP (NP or PA)- Ambulatory Thoracic Surgery- NWH Location-MGH

1200 The General Hospital Corporation; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham, Division of Thoracic Surgery at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, seeks an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our thoracic surgery program. You will deliver autonomous outpatient care and collaborate with thoracic surgeons, pulmonologists, radiologists, and the care team to advance patient-centered outcomes.

This role focuses on pulmonary nodules, survivorship, multidisciplinary oncology care, and program development, with

Responsibilities

• Pulmonary Nodule Program: Independently manage a dedicated pulmonary nodule clinic.
• Coordinate evaluation of patients referred through incidental findings and lung cancer screening programs.
• Develop evidence-based care plans including surveillance and diagnostic recommendations.
• Coordinate timely follow-up and collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists.

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

This position is full-time, 40hrs, M-F, Newton Wellsley Hospital location.

Why Join Us?

Mass General Brigham, Division of Thoracic Surgery Newton-Wellesley Hospital, is seeking an experienced and collaborative Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing Thoracic Surgery practice based at Newton Wellsley Hospital. This unique role offers the opportunity to become a highly visible and trusted clinical leader within a comprehensive thoracic surgery program. Working alongside three thoracic surgeons, you will play a significant role in delivering coordinated, patient-centered care while developing long-term relationships with patients across the continuum of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. The position combines independent outpatient practice, multidisciplinary collaboration, patient navigation, and program development within an academically affiliated health system.

About the Role

As an Advanced Practice Provider, you will provide expert clinical care for patients with thoracic conditions while helping to advance key service lines, including pulmonary nodule evaluation, lung cancer survivorship, and multidisciplinary thoracic oncology care. You will practice with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating closely with thoracic surgeons, pulmonologists, radiologists, oncologists, and other members of the care team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an APP interested in building clinical expertise, leading programmatic initiatives, and contributing to the continued growth of thoracic surgery services at Newton-Wellesley Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Pulmonary Nodule Program
  • Independently manage a dedicated pulmonary nodule clinic.
  • Evaluate patients referred through incidental findings and lung cancer screening programs.
  • Develop evidence-based care plans, including surveillance and diagnostic recommendations.
  • Coordinate timely follow-up and collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists as needed.
  • Serve as a primary clinical resource for patients throughout their evaluation and care journey.
• Program Growth and Community Outreach
  • Support the continued development of the pulmonary nodule program.
  • Build relationships with referring providers and community practices.
  • Participate in educational and outreach initiatives focused on lung cancer screening and early detection.
  • Collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to improve access and program visibility.
• Surgical Care Coordination
  • Partner with thoracic surgeons to support new patient consultations and treatment planning.
  • Review medical records, imaging, pathology, and diagnostic studies.
  • Facilitate diagnostic workups, specialty consultations, procedures, and follow-up care.
  • Ensure patients experience seamless coordination throughout the treatment process.
• Multidisciplinary Thoracic Oncology Care
  • Help coordinate the multidisciplinary thoracic oncology conference.
  • Prepare and present patient cases for review.
  • Work with the care team to ensure timely implementation of treatment recommendations.
  • Contribute to collaborative decision-making that optimizes patient outcomes.
• Outpatient and Survivorship Care
  • Provide longitudinal care and support for thoracic surgery patients.
  • Manage patient concerns, Epic communications,