Northwest Medical Specialties, PLLC
Specialty Hospital · Olympia, WA
- 2
- open roles, live count
- 2.9
- Google rating
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What the day-to-day looks like
- Setting
- Specialty Hospital
- Shifts hiring now
- Days 1
The city
Living in Puyallup, WA
Nestled at the foot of Mount Rainier, Puyallup blends Pacific Northwest outdoor access with a friendly, small-town feel. The city is famous for its annual Washington State Fair and historic downtown, giving nurses a quieter alternative to nearby Seattle while staying within easy striking distance of Puget Sound dining, culture and healthcare systems.
Browse roles in Puyallup- State price level · Washington
- 7% above the national average
- State index 107.0 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,812/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $97,826/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Who they are
Northwest Medical Specialties, PLLC (NWMS) is an independent oncology/hematology practice serving South Puget Sound residents, with multiple office locations including Olympia, Tacoma, and Chehalis, Washington.
- Specialty Hospital · Puyallup
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More about Northwest Medical Specialties, PLLC
The practice offers compassionate, experienced, and innovative cancer care with infusion clinics at all sites, along with diagnostic and full laboratory capabilities. In April 2021, NWMS joined with Osborn Cancer Care to expand its reach beyond the South Puget Sound area, extending high-quality, cost-effective cancer care to more communities. NWMS is recognized as a national leader in value-based care and is a founding member of the Quality Cancer Care Alliance (QCCA). Nursing roles at NWMS include Clinical Research Nurses, RNs, and LPNs working in infusion services. The practice is among the regional leaders in clinical trials, with one of the largest accrual rates in the Pacific Northwest, giving nurses exposure to cutting-edge research and treatment protocols. The practice also offers supportive services such as Revital Cancer Rehabilitation and Northwest Natural Health, providing a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. Nurses work in an independent practice setting rather than a large hospital system, which may offer a different pace and culture compared to acute care environments.
NWMS is dedicated to providing high-quality, cost-effective care in cancer treatment. Their mission centers on treating every patient as a cherished family member and advancing medical treatment through research. They are committed to their patients, employees, and the community, and strive to be national leaders in value-based cancer care.
Working here
Culture and working life
What to consider
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The good
- Independent practice environment outside of a large hospital system
- Regional leader in clinical trials with high accrual rates, offering nurses exposure to cutting-edge research
- Founding member of the Quality Cancer Care Alliance (QCCA), reflecting commitment to value-based care
- Multiple office locations with infusion clinics and full diagnostic and laboratory capabilities
- Multidisciplinary care model including cancer rehabilitation and natural health services
- Stated commitment to employees alongside patients and community
The hard parts
- Oncology/hematology specialty practice involves working with cancer patients, which can be emotionally demanding
The reality check
Before you decide
Quick facts
- Relationship
- Direct employer
- Roles last seen active
- Aug 16, 2026
- Website
- nwmedicalspecialties.com ↗
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Certified Medical Assistant- Hematology/Oncology Infusion Suite
$23/hr
Olympia, WA
- 8-hour days
- Tuition reimbursement
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