Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant

Company: CommonSpirit Health
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: June 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Hematology/Oncology APP Inpatient Position:

St. Joseph Medical Center, part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team. We pride ourselves in practicing high quality, evidence based, and patient centered medicine. We have a strong culture of collegiality and team approach to decision making. In our ongoing effort to expand our exceptional care to regions in the Puget Sound, we are looking for a well-trained, collegial, caring Advanced Practice Provider who is motivated to provide the best possible patient care in Tacoma, WA.

Expectations for inpatient APP position are as follows:

• 8 hour shift or 10 Hour shift options
• Monday-Friday
• covering new consultations to oncology from ER and hospitalists, will be staffed with the oncology attending on call later that same day
• follow-up existing oncology inpatients, and will be staffed with the oncology attending for that patient expected census of 10-15 patients for the service, responsibilities may be split with the attending, if larger volumes

Compensation Range: $140,200 - $179,700 based on experience.

• Successful completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current Washington State ARNP license or active license prior to starting
• Prior experience with EPIC a plus, but not required
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with physicians, and hospital staff, patients and their families
• Excellent communication skills and professionalism
• Strong commitment to patient care team concept and privacy guidelines

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

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