Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA) – Primary Care
Location: , CA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Company: Hill Country Community Clinic
Salary: $200,000
Category: Provider
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Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA) – Primary Care OverviewWe are seeking dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) to join a dynamic primary care team at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This full-time opportunity offers a supportive, collaborative work environment and the chance to make a meaningful impact by providing high-quality outpatient care. Located in Northern California, this position offers an excellent quality of life with no on-call responsibilities and the ability to work alongside experienced physicians and advanced practice providers.
Responsibilities- Deliver comprehensive primary care services to a diverse patient population in a 100% outpatient setting.
- Conduct patient assessments, perform physical examinations, diagnose health conditions, and develop effective treatment plans.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and provide preventive care and health education to patients.
- Collaborate closely with a team of physicians and other advanced practice providers to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
- Document all patient interactions, evaluations, and procedures accurately in the electronic health record.
- Manage a daily patient load of 18-20 individuals, ensuring high-quality, timely, and efficient care delivery.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the primary care practice.
- Current, unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the state of California.
- Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- Board certification as a NP or PA in primary care or a related field, as applicable.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Commitment to providing inclusive, patient-centered care to diverse populations.
- Full-time role preferred (40 hours per week), with flexible scheduling options available, including consideration for candidates able to work at least 30 hours per week.
- Most full-time providers work four days per week, allowing for work-life balance and flexibility.
- No on-call duties required.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees.
- Professional liability (malpractice) insurance provided.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) policy, with new employees accruing 112 hours per year and a maximum accrual of 260 hours annually by year five.
- Eligibility for National Health Service Corps (NHSC) student loan forgiveness for qualified providers.
- Relocation assistance available for providers joining the team.
- Competitive base salary and recruitment bonuses for eligible candidates.
Northern California offers a vibrant community and an appealing lifestyle, with access to diverse cultural, recreational, and natural attractions. Providers enjoy practicing in a supportive healthcare environment with opportunities to serve underserved populations and make a positive impact on community health.
Equal Opportunity Employer StatementWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.