Helen Hunt Health Center is seeking a mission-driven Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate. In this role, you will work with PCHC established patients and with new patients in a same-day acute care setting. Same day care is defined as care that is urgent and/or problem focused which cannot wait until the patient can see their primary care provider.

Your team will include Helen Hunt Health Center’s outpatient Primary Care providers, other Care Team providers, Primary Care RNs, MAs, and other disciplines embedded in the practice but also include providers throughout the PCHC organization. The Care Plus provider will support increasing access to all patients by caring for new patients, seeking same-day care, and aid in seamless transitions of care during provider or service changes.

Position Overview:

Helen Hunt Health Center is seeking a mission-driven Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate. In this role, you will work with PCHC established patients and with new patients in a same-day acute care setting. Same day care is defined as care that is urgent and/or problem focused which cannot wait until the patient can see their primary care provider.

Your team will include Helen Hunt Health Center’s outpatient Primary Care providers, other Care Team providers, Primary Care RNs, MAs, and other disciplines embedded in the practice but also include providers throughout the PCHC organization. The Care Plus provider will support increasing access to all patients by caring for new patients, seeking same-day care, and aid in seamless transitions of care during provider or service changes.

· Providers will not have a panel of patients but will focus on acute outpatient primary care same-day visits.

· Full -time 40 hours per week (4) 10 hr days.

· Providers will rotate between Acute Care Setting (new and existing patient 2 days) and Care Team (established patients only) in the same-day service setting at Helen Hunt Health Center as needed.

The successful candidate will be someone who thrives in dynamic environments and values collaboration and teamwork. They will gain satisfaction from delivering care with kindness, compassion, integrity, curiosity, and creativity. Must have an ability to adapt to changing circumstances while maintaining a focus on positive outcomes for both patients and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

· Collaborate with primary care providers (PCP) and nursing staff to support PCHC patients and new patients.

· Ensure access to same-day care for everyone, addressing immediate needs.

· Assist in the management of patients during transitions, such as when a PCP leaves the organization or during provider absences.

· Provide urgent/same day care for unpaneled patients until they are assigned a permanent provider.

· Support desktop management for PCPs to facilitate efficient care delivery.

· Uphold a patient-centered approach to care, prioritizing quality, and access.

Qualifications:

· Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician Assistant /Physician Associate* program.

· Current license to practice medicine as a Nurse Practitioner and/or Certified Physician Assistant in the State of Maine.

· Current DEA license.

· Will have up-to-date training and certification in Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute. Must obtain within 2 weeks if not current at hire.

· Minimum of one year of clinical experience is preferred.

*Physician Associate: On June 16, 2025, Maine enacted LD 1166, "An Act to Change the Professional Title and Identification of Physician Assistants to Physician Associates." This law changes the title only. The law, however, does not change scope of practice, licensure process, supervision, or billing.

About PCHC:

At Penobscot Community Health Care, we are committed to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered primary care through a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary approach. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that every patient receives the highest quality care, with a focus on accessibility and timely support. With 15 service locations providing a medical home for patients in multiple counties across Maine, we are proud to be the largest FQHC in the state.

Why Join PCHC?

At Penobscot Community Health Care, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and promotes a culture of excellence in delivering quality patient care. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

· Signing and relocation bonuses are available.

· Recently increased salary scale with yearly increases.

· Teaching Health Center with the ability to precept in the future if desired.

· Generous paid time off program, holiday pay, and more…yes, more.

· Paid CME time AND CME allowance.

Apply Today!

If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of patients and work in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Please reach out to Brittany Hill, Provider Recruiter at recruitment@pchc.com or apply directly at pchc.com/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact:  Recruitment@PCHC.com

BC NP or PA
Maine License
Providers with clinical practice experience strongly preferred

About Penobscot Community Health Care

Penobscot Community Health Care is a non-profit organization governed by a board of community volunteers, incorporated in 1997. We are passionate about our Mission at PCHC – We provide comprehensive, integrated primary health care services for all to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients and the Maine communities we serve. Our vision for success is a community in which everyone has access to quality, cost-effective health care, where people are empowered to advocate for their personal goals and needs and are supported by community-based resources, and where health encompasses physical and emotional wellness, personal dignity, and a sense of belonging. Focusing on the health of every patient, Penobscot Community Health Care offers a medical home with access to many health services in addition to primary health care, such as dental, integrated mental health, pharmacy, physical therapy, case management, health and nutrition education, chronic disease management, speech and audiology services, and many medical specialists. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other chara...cteristic protected by law. Curious, or interested in learning more? Apply today! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing recruitment@pchc.com.

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