Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Breast Oncology

Community Health Partners and Community Breast Specialists is seeking an Advance Practice Provider (APP) to work in an established Breast Oncology practice located in Clovis.
The APP provides routine care and management of the breast oncology patients in outpatient and inpatient setting, in collaboration with the supervising physician, and through implementation of standardized procedures.

Join our mission-driven team as an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) and play a pivotal role in transforming the care experience for breast oncology patients. In this position, you will be at the forefront of providing comprehensive routine care and management for patients in an inpatient and outpatient setting, working closely with a supervising physician to ensure the highest standards of care through the implementation of standardized procedures.
As a key member of our developing breast program, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including breast surgeons, radiation oncologists, and the Community Cancer Institute, to deliver integrated, patient-centered care. In addition, your role will also involve exciting initiatives such as clinic trials and survivorship program, supporting patients beyond treatment into long-term health. This role is not just about clinical expertise—it’s about being part of a visionary team dedicated to advancing breast health, optimizing patient outcomes, and supporting individuals at every stage of their journey while redefining the future of breast cancer care.

The Community Health System is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare network based in Fresno, California. Community is the region's largest healthcare provider and private employer. We operate a physician residency program with one of the nation's top medical schools – the University of California, San Francisco. Community is home to the only Level I Trauma Center and comprehensive burn center between Los Angeles and Sacramento. We also serve as the area's "safety net provider." In fiscal year 2024, Community provided more than $216 million in uncompensated services and programs. In addition to our hospitals, our health system includes a vast medical network, medical foundation, medical group and health plan. The Community Provider Network is a network of provider affiliates and partners that provides our patients access to over 2,500 physicians. Our medical foundation, Community Health Partners, includes over 475 primary and specialty care providers in 55 practice locations, serving Valley families at every stage of life.  Our health plan, Community Care Health is one of the Valley’s largest HMO plans —providing local businesses with affordable medical insurance for employees. We also operate four acute-care hospitals – Community Regional Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center, Fresno Heart & Surgical Hospital and Community Behavioral Health Center – as well as several long-term care, outpatient and other healthcare facilities. Community's hospitals are fully accredited by the Joint Commission. This position requires a commitment to excellence in patient care, collaboration, communication, teaching, research and a dedication to place the patient at the center of all decisions.

Fresno, California, offers an exceptional quality of life with the rare combination of a lower cost of living and the amenities of a major metropolitan area. Recognized as the fifth largest city in California, residents benefit from an affordable housing market, diverse neighborhoods, and a welcoming, multicultural community. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate Fresno’s unique position as the only major U.S. city with convenient access to three iconic national parks: Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon, all within a short drive. The area is known for its sunny weather nearly year-round, with mild winters and no snow in the city. This pleasant climate allows for outdoor recreation throughout all seasons. Additionally, the Central Coast’s beaches and scenic Highway 1 are just two and a half hours away, while San Francisco and Los Angeles are both within easy reach for weekend getaways. Fresno’s combination of an easygoing lifestyle, family-friendly environment, and access to both professional opportunities and outdoor adventures makes it an ideal place for physicians to build a fulfilling career and enjoy a high quality of life.

Accountabilities

• Perform complete/comprehensive history and physical examination, ordering and interpretation of diagnostic studies, and prescribing appropriate treatments, symptom management, adjustment of chemotherapy orders in collaboration with the attending physician.
• Document and maintain precise and complete records of patients, ensure patient safety, and contribute to quality and regulatory activities.
• Documentation of patient care/procedures per policy, and ensuring longitudinal communications with primary oncologist and referring providers regarding patient status.
• Other responsibilities include participating call rotation, vacation coverage, and breast program development related duties e.g. clinical trials, survivorship.

Experience and Education Minimum Requirements:

• Completion of a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program required
• Credentialed by the CMC Medical Staff Office as an Allied Health Professional and privileged to perform Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Standardized Procedures required
• 2 years of clinical experience preferred
• Oncology experience preferred
• If qualifying as a Nurse Practitioner, the following is required
  • NP - Current State of California Nurse Practitioner License required
  • NPF - Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number required.
• If qualifying as a Physician Assistant, the following is required
  • PA - State of California Physician Assistant License required
  • DEA - DEA Controlled Substance Number required
• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
• Ability to participate in a federally funded program (Medicare and Medicaid) required
• NPC - National Certified Nurse Practitioner by ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center) or AANP (American Academy of Nurse Practitioners) preferred