FNP or PA needed in Sandy Lake, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Primary Care

Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania

About the Position

A well-established, nonprofit community health organization is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join its primary care team serving the Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania area .

This organization is one of the larger Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) networks in Pennsylvania , with a history spanning more than 40 years. The network operates nearly 50 health center locations throughout Pennsylvania and northeastern Ohio and employs a large multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, dentists, behavioral health professionals, and other healthcare providers. Its mission centers on expanding access to high-quality, compassionate healthcare, particularly within rural and medically underserved communities.

The NP or PA will provide comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages , offering an excellent opportunity for a provider who enjoys family medicine, continuity of care, and developing long-term relationships with patients and families.

As an FQHC, the organization provides comprehensive healthcare to the communities it serves, including patients who may otherwise experience barriers to accessing care.

Location & Schedule

The position serves the Sandy Lake/Greenville area of Mercer County in western Pennsylvania . The health system maintains established primary care locations throughout Mercer County, including Sandy Lake, Greenville, Mercer, Farrell, Sharon, Transfer, and surrounding communities.

Schedule:

• Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
• Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

About Sandy Lake, PA

Sandy Lake is a small community in Mercer County in western Pennsylvania that offers a quieter, rural lifestyle while remaining connected to the larger communities of Mercer, Greenville, Sharon, and the surrounding region.

For providers interested in community health, Sandy Lake offers the opportunity to practice where primary care providers can have a meaningful impact on healthcare access. The organization has an established presence in the area, including a community health center directly in Sandy Lake as well as multiple additional locations throughout Mercer County.

The area can be especially appealing to candidates looking for a small-town setting, lower-key pace of life, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients and families while remaining part of a much larger healthcare organization.

Qualifications

Candidates should have:

• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Appropriate national certification as an NP or PA
• Current or eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure
• Current DEA license or ability to obtain one
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Ability to provide high-quality, comprehensive, and compassionate medical care with appropriate independence
• Interest in providing primary care across the lifespan

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary of approximately $100,000+ , with additional compensation based on years of experience
• Eligible providers may apply for state and federal student loan repayment programs
• FTCA malpractice coverage
• CME allowance
• Payment/reimbursement for professional society and membership dues
• License and DEA expenses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employee and family plans available
  • Eligibility begins immediately upon start
• Employer-paid short-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 8 paid holidays
• College savings plan
• Fitness center membership reimbursement
• ID Shield & Legal Shield
• Volunteer Time Off Program

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an NP or PA who wants to combine community-focused medicine with the resources and stability of a large, established FQHC organization . The provider will have the opportunity to care for patients across the lifespan, develop meaningful continuity with families, and make a direct impact on healthcare access in a rural Pennsylvania community.

The organization has spent more than four decades developing community-based healthcare services and today supports a substantial network of medical and specialty services throughout the region.