NP or PA -Bridge Clinic

GREATER NEW BEDFORD COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER•New Bedford, MA

12d•$125,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Greater New Bedford Community Health Center (GNBCHC), a fast-paced Federally Qualified Health Center serving diverse and underserved populations in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is hiring a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for an outpatient opportunity in its Adult Medicine department. Under the general supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, the Practitioner provides compassionate, comprehensive outpatient primary care, including well and sick visits; immunizations; treatment and education for sexually transmitted infections and common infections; evaluation and treatment of injuries and illnesses; and management of complex medical issues within the scope of internal medicine practice. The role also includes reviewing medical histories, interpreting diagnostic tests and laboratory results, monitoring patient satisfaction, and helping patients use the healthcare system appropriately and obtain follow-up care. The position is listed as full-time or part-time, with a flexible schedule Monday through Friday and some Saturdays, and light practice call. The salary range is $125,000 to $160,000 per year. GNBCHC emphasizes patient-centered, innovative, collaborative, respectful care for patients and the community.

Requirements

Current, unrestricted Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.
Active DEA registration and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration.
Board certification in Adult Medicine, Family Medicine, or Geriatrics.
Current BLS/CPR certification.
Experience in community and public health.
Comfort supporting LGBTQ+ patients and individuals with substance abuse disorders, including OBAT.
Commitment and interest in working with multicultural and impoverished populations.

Nice To Haves

Portuguese or Spanish language skills, as a primary or secondary language; not required.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care, including well and sick visits.
Provide immunizations and treatment and education for sexually transmitted infections and common infections.
Diagnose injuries and illnesses and provide appropriate treatment and education.
Manage complex medical issues within the scope of internal medicine practice.
Review patient medical histories and interpret diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
Monitor and ensure patient satisfaction.
Facilitate appropriate use of the healthcare system and encourage appropriate follow-up care.