Lead Advanced Practice Clinician (Central/Western MA)
About The Position
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) is seeking a Lead Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) for its Central and Western Massachusetts locations. This role involves providing high-quality sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, including family planning, contraception, STI care, gender-affirming hormone therapy, and abortion care. The Lead APC will also provide oversight in clinic operations, mentor other APCs, and contribute to a supportive clinical environment. This position is crucial in shaping clinical environments, fostering teamwork, and ensuring adherence to PPLM, state, and federal protocols. PPLM has a long history of providing reproductive healthcare and is committed to developing future leaders in the field.
Requirements
- Master's or Doctorate degree
- Current Massachusetts licensure as NP, CNM, or PA
- CPR certified
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to stay active throughout shifts
- A strong commitment to providing the full range of sexual and reproductive health care is essential
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Commitment to health equity
- An ability to work with diverse populations
Nice To Haves
- 3 years of management experience preferred
- Proficiency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Brazilian Portuguese is highly preferred
- Prior experience in sexual and reproductive health care is welcomed but not required
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care in family planning and abortion services in Central and/or Western Massachusetts
- Facilitate patient flow and ensure adherence to standard workflows for clinical efficiency
- Serve as clinical resource for Advanced Practice Clinicians and Patient Care Assistants
- Ensure compliance with PPLM's Follow-Up Manual for abnormal results and referrals
- Collaborate with Health Center Managers to adjust staffing as needed
- Provide clinical performance observations and feedback to Health Center Managers and Advanced Practice Clinicians based in Central and Western Massachusetts
- Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional guidance to Advanced Practice Clinicians
- Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training of Advanced Practice Clinician staff
- Review quarterly audits and incident reports; develop corrective action plans as needed
- Attend all clinician and site management meetings
- Analyze clinical and operational reports to improve service delivery
- Maintain current knowledge and adherence of PPFA and PPLM protocols and support any updates
- Provide clinical coverage outside of regular hours as needed
- Other tasks and responsibilities as needed
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Commuter Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
