Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant-Palliative Care

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Health Systems in Berkshire County, MA seeks a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our Outpatient Palliative Care team. This role offers flexible location across North, South or Central Berkshire County with travel between sites and a focus on improving quality of life for patients with serious illness.

You will provide outpatient palliative care consults, manage symptoms, and collaborate with primary and specialty teams to align care with patient goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing and completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Massachusetts NP licensure (or eligibility).
• Experience in palliative care; certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient palliative care consultation and longitudinal management for patients with serious illnesses.
• Manage symptoms such as pain, dyspnea, fatigue, nausea, anxiety, and depression.
• Lead goals-of-care discussions, advance care planning, and shared decision-making with patients and families.
• Collaborate with specialty and primary care providers to align treatment plans with patient values.
• Support transitions of care and reduce avoidable hospital utilization through proactive management.
• Assist with building a palliative medicine program in collaboration with colleagues.

Skills

Palliative care experience

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Excellent communication

Clinical judgment

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Accredited NP program

Job description

Nurse Practitioner (Full or Part Time) - Outpatient Palliative Care (flexible location - either North, South or Central Berkshire County location)

Berkshire Health Systems - Berkshire County, MA

Berkshire Health Systems is seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Outpatient Palliative Care team serving patients across Berkshire County. This is an exceptional opportunity for an NP who is passionate about improving quality of life for individuals living with serious illness and working collaboratively with specialty practices and primary care teams to deliver coordinated patient-centered care.

About The Role

• Provide outpatient palliative care consultation and longitudinal management for patients with serious illnesses, particularly in pulmonary, cardiology, and complex chronic conditions. Office practice location can be located in either North Adams, Great Barrington and Pittsfield with some travel between practice sites.
• Manage symptoms such as pain, dyspnea, fatigue, nausea, anxiety, and depression that affect quality of life and function.
• Facilitate goals-of-care discussions, advance care planning, and shared decision-making with patients and their families.
• Collaborate closely with specialty and primary care providers to align treatment plans with patient values and clinical goals.
• Support transitions of care and help reduce avoidable hospital utilization through proactive, coordinated management.
• Assist with building a palliative medicine program in collaboration with colleagues.

Why Join Berkshire Health Systems?

Exceptional Support & Training

• Work within a collaborative, interdisciplinary palliative care model including physicians, NPs, PAs, RNs, chaplains, social workers, and care coordinators.
• Strong integration with pulmonary, cardiology, and primary care services to support seamless care across the continuum.
• Structured onboarding with access to system-wide specialty expertise and ongoing professional development.

Compensation That Rewards Your Work

• Competitive base salary
• A practice model that supports thoughtful visit lengths appropriate for complex, serious illness care.
• Opportunities to build a meaningful, sustainable specialty practice.

Strong Benefits & Work-Life Balance

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
• Predictable outpatient schedule with no inpatient responsibilities.
• A culture that prioritizes clinician well-being while supporting high-impact, relationship-based care.

A Culture You'll Be Proud to Join

• Mission-driven environment focused on compassionate, patient- and family-centered care.
• Leadership committed to collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence.
• A collegial atmosphere that values teamwork and respect across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing and completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current Massachusetts NP licensure (or eligibility).
• Experience in palliative care and palliative medicine certification preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, with demonstrated ability to lead sensitive conversations and build trust with patients and families living a serious illness.
• Strong clinical judgment and commitment to interdisciplinary teamwork.

About Berkshire Health Systems

Berkshire Health Systems is the region’s leading healthcare provider, delivering advanced, compassionate care across a network of hospitals, outpatient practices, and community-based services. Berkshire County offers a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and vibrant cultural attractions - making it an exceptional place to live and work.