Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Role | Southbury, Connecticut

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) / Physician Assistant (PA)
Location: Southbury, Connecticut
Schedule: Full-Time | Permanent

Position Summary

A well-established, not-for-profit community healthcare organization is seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join its outpatient primary care practice in Southbury, Connecticut . This is a full-time, permanent opportunity focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative clinical environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in primary care, preventive medicine, and chronic disease management . Providers will care for a diverse patient population across the lifespan and manage a wide range of conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, asthma, infections, and other acute and chronic illnesses. Both experienced providers and new graduates are encouraged to apply.

This organization is part of a respected, not-for-profit healthcare system known for its commitment to clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and community health. The health system maintains strong academic affiliations and has earned recognition for quality outcomes, patient safety, and workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services, including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment
• Conduct routine physical examinations, preventive screenings, and health assessments
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, asthma, infections, and other medical concerns
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic testing, including laboratory studies and imaging
• Prescribe medications and develop individualized treatment plans
• Educate patients regarding disease prevention, wellness, and lifestyle modifications
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure coordinated patient care
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) system
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and population health programs
• Support the delivery of evidence-based, patient-focused healthcare services

Qualifications

For Nurse Practitioners:
• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited program
• Board Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Active Connecticut APRN license (or eligibility)

For Physician Assistants:
• Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• NCCPA certification
• Active Connecticut Physician Assistant license (or eligibility)

Additional Requirements:
• Strong interest or experience in outpatient primary care
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and patient care skills
• Open to experienced providers and new graduates

Compensation & Work Environment

• Competitive compensation package with productivity incentives
• 100% outpatient primary care setting with a predictable schedule
• Excellent work-life balance with no inpatient responsibilities
• Established patient panel and strong referral network
• Supportive physician, clinical, and administrative team
• Modern facilities with advanced healthcare resources

Warm regards,
Manish Parashar
Recruiter | The Provider Finder
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