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PeaceHealth · Bellingham, WA

Posted June 26, 2026

PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center · 2901 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham, WA, US, 98225

We are seeking a Physician Assistant or a Nurse Practitioner to join PeaceHealth's comprehensive cancer care team full time in Bellingham, Washington. Preference will be given to those with experience although new graduates, especially those with prior Oncology experience, are encouraged to apply.

The PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center team includes 5 Medical Oncologists, 3 Radiation Oncologists, 3 Nurse Practitioners, Oncology Certified Nurses, Clinical Trials staff, Cancer Registrars and numerous professionals who provide support services. Our oncology physicians rotate to cover satellite clinics on San Juan Island and in Ketchikan, Alaska however this position does not require travel and will be based solely in Bellingham. We have a care model where the PA/NP works in tandem with a Medical Oncologist.

Why you'll love the practice:

  • Commission on Cancer accredited facility
  • Beautiful 35,000 square foot comprehensive cancer center in wooded, natural setting
  • 100% Outpatient only with no on-call expectations
  • OCN Certified nurses, nurse navigators, social workers, nutritionists, financial counselors and spiritual support personnel onsite
  • PeaceHealth has been selected to participate in the CMS Oncology Care Model which is an initiative to improve care through transformational models of care delivery
  • General tumor board and site-specific tumor boards for breast and thoracic oncology to provide evidence-based medicine
  • Complementary therapies
  • Actively involved in clinical trials.
  • Epic EMR

Competitive compensation and robust benefits:
First year salary amount: $63.04 - $79.88 per hour, annualized, depending on years of experience

  • Employment bonus
  • Relocation Assistance
  • CME Allowance
  • Medical/dental/vision/disability/life/wellness
  • Retirement

This position may be represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

If this opportunity resonates with you, please reach out to: Keith Nussbaum, Provider Recruiter / KNussbaum@peacehealth.org

Bellingham, WA is the perfect blend of endless outdoor recreation, urban living, strong schools, great shopping & cuisine, and so much more! These amenities are surrounded by incredible scenery, from the sea to the mountains and the rainforest, making this community an amazing place to live. Acclaimed for its small-city flavor and the home of Western Washington University, Whatcom Community College and Bellingham Technical College, Bellingham has a robust art, music and cultural scene while boasting 65 miles of inner-urban trails to explore, pristine lakes, forests, saltwater beaches, and snow-covered peaks - there are unlimited opportunities for breathtaking hikes, relaxing camping trips, water activities, bird watching, snow sports, and scenic drives!

Located 90 minutes north of Seattle and 30 minutes south of British Columbia, Canada, this idyllic city has been rated as one of America's most desirable communities by Money, Outside, Kiplinger, Forbes, and National Geographic magazines. Head to Mount Baker for a day in the snow. Tour the San Juan Islands by sea kayak or sailboat. Trek the North Cascades on foot. Stay in town to explore the shops and cafes of historic Fairhaven and Downtown and then catch a show at Mount Baker Theater – you can do it all in Bellingham!

PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of northwest Washington since 1890 with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, now a 253-bed, two-campus hospital providing a Level II Trauma Center and a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. PeaceHealth's Whatcom Region also includes the comprehensive heart care services of the Cardiovascular Center at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center as well as the primary and specialty care provided by PeaceHealth Medical Group.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

PeaceHealth has exceptional benefits.

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PeaceHealth

Peace Health is a not-for-profit healthcare system with medical centers, critical access hospitals and medical clinics located in Washington, Oregon and Alaska.

Community Health at Peace Health

At Peace Health, we recognize that the journey to health and well-being is constant. Driven by our belief that good health, prevention and community wellbeing is a fundamental right, we work with communities to provide Hope, Care, Housing and Nourishment.

Our Community Impact

As a leader in our communities, Peace Health is focused not just on individual patient outcomes but also on maximizing community health benefits and ensuring access to high-quality, affordable care.

We are proud of our healing Mission and are committed to giving back to the communities we serve. As a mission-driven non-profit health system, we are required by law to reinvest our profits into our communities by enhancing the healthcare services we provide or supporting community health initiatives. Learn more about PeaceHealth’s Financial Stewardship.

Through community partners, Peace Health makes direct investments that improve wellness, access, quality and health justice.

  • Nine cents of every dollar Peace Health spends is for community benefit. In the fiscal year 2021, our community benefit was nearly three times what we would have paid in forgone taxes.
  • Since 2018, Peace Health has invested $1.34B in our communities.
  • $69M was reinvested in community health improvement projects.

Livability

128,737
Bellingham population
$668K
Avg 3-bedroom home
58° / 45°
Avg high / low
Nearby cities
Marysville
49.2 mi
Pop. 168,664
Mount Vernon
24.7 mi
Pop. 66,704
Oak Harbor
32.2 mi
Pop. 24,396
Source: US Census Bureau
Annual family budget — Whatcom County
—
Housing, food, transport, healthcare, childcare & taxes for a typical family
$668K
Avg 3-bedroom home
$1,734
Avg monthly rent
Source: EPI Family Budget Calculator
Source: Zillow
58° / 45°
Avg high / low
41.66 in
Yearly rainfall
97
Sunny days / yr
Source: WeatherAPI.com
Population — ZIP 98225
49,667
Total residents
24,346
Male residents
25,321
Female residents
Age distribution
total
49,667
0-9
2,766
10-19
6,105
20-29
15,128
30-39
5,376
40-49
4,802
50-59
5,041
60-69
5,033
70-79
3,516
80+
1,900
Ethnicity
White
40,849
Black Or African American
594
American Indian Or Alaskan Native
381
Asian
2,494
Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander
175
Other
1,530
Two Or More
3,644
Source: US Census Bureau
32
Walk Score — Car-Dependent
63
Bike Score — Bikeable
Source: WalkScore.com
Nearby airports
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) 90.72 mi
Bellingham International Airport (BLI) 3.08 mi
Orcas Island Airport (ESD) 18.82 mi
Friday Harbor Airport (FRD) 28.67 mi
Arlington Municipal Airport (N/A) 43.92 mi
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE) 59.49 mi
Source: FAA database