Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - South Bend
About The Position
Indiana Health Centers, Inc. (IHC), a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center, provides affordable healthcare to underserved and uninsured populations across Indiana. IHC offers integrated primary medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare, as well as WIC nutrition programs, mobile health services, and pharmacy services at select locations. The IHC Michigan Street health center in South Bend is seeking an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to care for patients of all ages and a variety of health conditions. This is a 100% outpatient role using a team-based collaborative care model, with onsite integrated behavioral health and the eClinicalWorks EMR. The schedule includes 35 patient-care hours and five administrative hours per week. The clinic is open weekdays, is closed on weekends, and the role highlights no weekends or evenings and time off on major holidays. IHC describes a supportive environment focused on work-life balance, a flexible schedule, and opportunities for professional growth and development. The organization seeks a clinician committed to its mission and to serving the community with integrity, compassion, and respect. The position includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including bonus opportunities, CME support, insurance, retirement matching, paid time off, and wellness resources.
Requirements
- Nurse Practitioner certification from ANCC or AANP, or Physician Assistant certification from NCCPA.
- Valid Indiana license and current DEA licensure and prescriptive authority post-hire.
- At least 2 years of clinical experience as an NP or PA in a primary care setting.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of behavioral concepts, specialty treatment, and community resources.
- Training and experience in family practice.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in a Community Health Center; preferred but not required.
- Spanish-speaking skills; preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Perform age-appropriate physical examinations and assessments and establish patient databases and medical histories.
- Diagnose illnesses and conditions and establish appropriate management plans under the supervision of and in consultation with supervising physicians.
- Provide counseling and patient education on preventive care, medications, and basic nutrition.
- Attend and participate in clinic staff meetings.
- Assist with, participate in, or conduct clinic-related projects and programs with the approval of the Site Medical Director.
- Follow HIPAA and OSHA standards for medical care providers.
- Maintain continuing medical education requirements for licensure.
Benefits
- $15,000 additional reward and retention bonus opportunity, paid in allotments.
- $2,500 CME allowance plus 5 CME days.
- Guaranteed minimum annual salary increase of 2.5%.
- Paid malpractice coverage with 100% tail insurance through the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
- Eligibility for National Health Service Corps (NHSC) and company loan repayment programs.
- Paid license, DEA, and board certifications.
- Day-one eligibility for insurance benefits.
- Employer-paid group life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage, plus HSA employer contributions.
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching after one year of employment.
- Generous paid time off and floating holidays.
- Flexible leave-of-absence programs.
- Personify Health wellness program with paid participation incentives.
- Employee Assistance Programs with 24/7 access to therapy consultation services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
