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Oncology Physician Assistant

Rochester Regional Health · Potsdam, NY

Posted October 17, 2026

Canton-Potsdam Hospital (Potsdam) · 50 Leroy St, Potsdam, NY, US, 13676

  • Pay: $100,000 – $200,000 per year
  • Employment: Full Time
  • Location: Canton-Potsdam Hospital (Potsdam)
  • Rochester Regional Health Job ID: REQ_209308

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Hematology/Oncology Opportunity

Join Rochester Regional Health – St. Lawrence Region

Practice Medicine With Purpose and Enjoy a Lifestyle That Inspires You

At Rochester Regional Health, we believe exceptional care begins with exceptional people. Join a collaborative oncology team where you can build meaningful patient relationships, practice high-quality medicine, and make a lasting impact in a close-knit community — all while enjoying the unmatched beauty and lifestyle of Northern New York.

The St. Lawrence Region offers the rare opportunity to combine rewarding, patient-centered care with a balanced lifestyle, affordable living, and access to year-round outdoor recreation.

Why Join Rochester Regional Health – St. Lawrence Region?

Meaningful, Community-Focused Care

  • Care for a diverse patient population with strong community connections
  • Practice alongside experienced physicians, APPs, nurses, and multidisciplinary specialists
  • Enjoy professional autonomy with the support of a large, integrated health system
  • Access advanced technology, specialty consultation, and system-wide clinical resources
  • Opportunity to help expand and shape oncology services throughout the region

Exceptional Quality of Life

Located in Northern New York along the St. Lawrence River, our communities offer:

  • Easy access to the Adirondack Mountains
  • Proximity to Canada, including quick trips to Ottawa and Montreal
  • Four-season outdoor recreation including boating, hiking, skiing, fishing, and camping
  • Affordable housing and short commute times
  • Family-friendly communities with excellent schools and welcoming neighborhoods
  • A slower pace of life without sacrificing access to modern amenities

Position Highlights

Specialty: Hematology/Oncology Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA)

We welcome both experienced APPs and new graduates who are passionate about delivering compassionate, evidence-based oncology care.

Qualifications

  • Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certification/licensure
  • Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care
  • Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
  • Interest in developing long-term patient relationships within the community
  • Oncology or hematology experience preferred, but not required

Practice Details

  • Primarily outpatient hematology/oncology practice
  • Diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of hematologic and oncologic conditions
  • Collaborative, multidisciplinary cancer care model
  • Strong support from nursing, infusion, pharmacy, and ancillary care teams
  • Opportunity for professional growth and mentorship

Practice Location

  • Canton-Potsdam Hospital Center for Cancer Care

Additional Details

  • EMR Platform: Epic

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your career and well-being:

  • Competitive base salary: $100,000 - $150,000*
  • Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
  • Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
  • Visa sponsorship opportunities available
  • Pay Summary

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full-time applicant. It may be modified in the future and may be eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. In addition to the base pay range, certain provider positions may be eligible for variable compensation in accordance with health system pay practices. This may include productivity and/or value-based clinical incentives, bonus compensation, or other forms of variable pay.

About Rochester Regional Health

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving communities across Western and Northern New York. With a commitment to compassionate care, clinical excellence, and innovation, we are dedicated to uplifting humanity through the care of our patients and one another.

The St. Lawrence Region includes

  • Canton-Potsdam Hospital
  • Massena Hospital
  • Gouverneur Hospital
  • Multiple outpatient practices and specialty services throughout the region

Discover a Career — and a Lifestyle — You’ll Love

If you are seeking a rewarding opportunity where your expertise is valued, your voice matters, and your life outside of work is just as important as your life inside it, we invite you to explore a future with Rochester Regional Health – St. Lawrence Region.

Education

  • BS: Physician Assistant (Required)

Licenses/certifications

  • PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
  • RPA - Registered Physician Assistant

Employer

Rochester Regional Health

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health system serving Western New York, the Finger Lakes and the North Country. It cares for more than 570,000 patients across communities from Rochester and Batavia to Clifton Springs, Newark and St. Lawrence County.

The Rochester Regional Health system:

  • Rochester General Hospital, the system's flagship, and Unity Hospital in Greece
  • United Memorial Medical Center (Batavia), Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic, Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, and Canton-Potsdam, Massena and Gouverneur hospitals in St. Lawrence County
  • The Sands-Constellation Heart Institute, Lipson Cancer Institute, primary and specialty care practices, urgent care, ElderONE (PACE) and behavioral health services across the region

Why physicians and advanced practice providers choose Rochester Regional Health:

  • Named one of Becker's Top 150 Health Systems to Work For
  • Physician-led governance and leadership, with teaching opportunities through residency programs at Rochester General, Unity and United Memorial
  • Published pay ranges on every position, with sign-on bonuses and relocation on many roles
  • Fully covered malpractice, CME time and allowance, generous PTO, and 403(b)/457(b) retirement plans
  • An affordable region with Lake Ontario, the Finger Lakes, Letchworth State Park and the Adirondacks close by

Livability

847
Potsdam population
$169K
Avg 3-bedroom home
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Nearby cities
Ogdensburg
27.7 mi
Pop. 9,600
Saranac Lake
44.7 mi
Pop. 5,099
Akwesasne
24.8 mi
Pop. 4,140
Source: US Census Bureau
Annual family budget — St. Lawrence County
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Housing, food, transport, healthcare, childcare & taxes for a typical family
$169K
Avg 3-bedroom home
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Avg monthly rent
Source: EPI Family Budget Calculator
Source: Zillow
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Yearly rainfall
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Sunny days / yr
Source: WeatherAPI.com
Population — ZIP 13676
14,179
Total residents
7,470
Male residents
6,709
Female residents
Age distribution
total
14,179
0-9
1,316
10-19
2,601
20-29
3,005
30-39
1,687
40-49
1,058
50-59
1,503
60-69
1,323
70-79
867
80+
819
Ethnicity
White
12,839
Black Or African American
378
American Indian Or Alaskan Native
39
Asian
341
Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander
6
Other
190
Two Or More
386
Source: US Census Bureau
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Walk Score — Car-Dependent
22
Bike Score — Somewhat Bikeable
Source: WalkScore.com
Nearby airports
Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) 121.89 mi
Massena International Airport Richards Field (MSS) 19.94 mi
Ogdensburg International Airport (OGS) 27.19 mi
Adirondack Regional Airport (SLK) 39.44 mi
Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG) 71.06 mi
Watertown International Airport (ART) 71.26 mi
Source: FAA database
Oncology Physician Assistant
Rochester Regional Health · Potsdam, NY