Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - F/T - St. Peters & Florissant

Esse Health•Saint Peters, MO

10d•$95,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Esse Health is seeking a compassionate, full-time Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) for the office of Drs. Knapp and Miranda, serving adult patients at its St. Peters and Florissant locations. The role is an outpatient-focused primary care position in a physician-led, collaborative practice, with an emphasis on independent practice at the level of the provider’s training and close collaboration with a physician partner and clinical staff. The schedule is Monday through Friday, eight hours per day, with Fridays potentially shorter. The provider works two days at the St. Peters office and three days at the Florissant office. The position has no regularly scheduled nights, weekends, or holidays, but includes low-volume call approximately one weekend per month. Esse Health describes itself as an independent physician practice in the St. Louis metropolitan area, with more than 100 physicians and more than 35 locations serving nearly 130,000 patients. Compensation is listed as $95,000–$112,000 for entry-level candidates, with up to $125,000 per year potentially considered for candidates with an average of 8–10 years of NP/PA experience, depending on experience and the specific role. Benefits are available within the first 30 days.

Requirements

Master of Science in Nursing or a Physician Assistant master’s degree.
Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensure in Missouri, or eligibility for licensure.
Certified Physician Assistant or Certified Nurse Practitioner, or eligibility for certification.
Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to patient-centered, team-based care.
Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with physicians.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary care services to adult patients.
Conduct patient evaluations, physical exams, and diagnostic assessments.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions.
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with a physician partner.
Emphasize preventive care, wellness, and patient education.
Document patient care accurately and efficiently in the NextGen electronic health record.
Coordinate care with specialists and other members of the healthcare team.
Participate in quality improvement and care coordination initiatives.
Develop one-to-one relationships with patients and clinical staff members.