Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Medical Oncology

Community Medical Centers; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health System is hiring a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their Medical Oncology practice in Fresno, CA. The role involves providing comprehensive patient care, managing treatment plans, and educating patients. Candidates should have an accredited NP or PA program completion, clinical experience, and relevant California licensure. This position offers the chance to work with a collaborative healthcare team dedicated to quality cancer care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience required.
• 1 year of oncology or hematology experience preferred.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive oncology assessment and direct patient care.
• Manage patients collaboratively with supervising physicians.
• Educate patients and families on treatment options.
• Document patient encounters accurately in the medical record.

Skills

Oncology assessment

Patient education

Medication management

Clinical teamwork

Education

Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

California NP or PA License

Tools

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

Overview

Community Health Partners (CHP) is seeking a full‑time Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our established outpatient Medical Oncology practice in Fresno, CA. This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team of Medical Oncologists, Hematologists, and experienced Advanced Practice Providers in a comprehensive cancer center dedicated to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered oncology care.

Practice Highlights

• Fully equipped oncology clinic with on‑campus infusion services, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive treatments
• Integrated tools for treatment planning, toxicity monitoring, and survivorship care
• Supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth, tumor board participation, and multidisciplinary case discussions

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive oncology assessment, evaluation, and direct patient care in accordance with established protocols.
• Manages patients collaboratively with supervising physicians, including participation in daily rounds, treatment planning, and follow‑up care.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests such as CBC, CMP, tumor markers, imaging studies, and pathology reports.
• Furnishes medications—including chemotherapy‑related supportive agents—based on standardized procedures.
• Educates patients and families on diagnosis, treatment options, chemotherapy/immunotherapy regimens, side‑effect management, and survivorship planning.
• Coordinates referrals to radiation oncology, surgical oncology, and other subspecialties as needed.
• Obtains prior authorizations for oncology medications, imaging, and procedures.
• Documents patient encounters thoroughly and accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Identifies and differentiates between normal and treatment‑related abnormal findings, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, policy development, and evidence‑based practice updates.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support high‑quality oncology care.

Qualifications

Education

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program required
• Credentialing by the CMC Medical Staff Office as an Allied Health Professional with privileges for oncology‑related standardized procedures required

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience required
• 1 year of oncology or hematology experience preferred

Licenses & Certifications

If qualifying as a Nurse Practitioner

• Current California NP License
• Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number (NPF)
• National certification (ANCC or AANP) preferred

If qualifying as a Physician Assistant

• Current California PA License
• DEA Controlled Substance Registration
• Ability to participate in federally funded programs (Medicare/Medicaid)

For all candidates

• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Equal Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Community Physicians Group (CPG) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law or any combination of such characteristics. In addition, Community Physicians Group will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Disclaimers

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.

Location

Medical Oncology: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Fresno, CA, United States