Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Posting Details

This position is designated as Exempt from the Human Resources Act (EHRA).

Posting Details


Benefits of Working at UNCW


At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful contributions while growing their careers.

Located in coastal North Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here, professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of life-creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefit from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at work and in your personal life.

Hiring Range
$61,875 - $71,250


Working Title
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant


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Vacancy Number
E1579


Position Number
1898


Location of Workplace
Main UNCW Campus


Home Department
Student Health Center - 40210


Division
Student Affairs - 40 Division


Brief Summary of Work for this Position


This position functions as a member of a clinical team in the provision of health care in a thriving college health center.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Obtaining extensive medical history
• Assessing, diagnosing, and treating acute illness and those elements of primary medical care that are reasonable within the constraints of the nature of student health and the individual's certification
• Prescribing the appropriate therapies including medication
• Providing on-going medication monitoring
• Ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic tests including laboratory, radiological, and EKGs
• Performing common office-based procedures
• Documenting all pertinent data in patient's electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner
• Following up with patients and their family (as appropriate)
• Referring clients to specialist or other community resources as appropriate
• Providing a holistic approach to patient care, including provision of patient education as appropriate

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

To qualify as a Physician Assistant: Graduation and/or completion of an educational program for Physician Assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs and an active Physician Assistant License issued by the North Carolina Medical Board (NCMB).
OR
To qualify as a Nurse Practitioner: Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, completion of a Nurse Practitioner program approved by the North Carolina Joint Subcommittee of the Board of Nursing and Board of Medical Examiners, and "approved to practice medical acts" by the Joint Subcommittee.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Previous work experience as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in a college/university
• Previous experience in clinic setting (including family practice, internal medicine, urgent care, or another related field)
• Previous experience performing office-based procedures and/or microscopy (i.e., wet preps)
• Previous experience working with patients 17-30 years old

Required Certifications or Licensures


Physician Assistant Candidates: Graduation and/or completion of an educational program for Physician Assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs and an active Physician Assistant License issued by the North Carolina Medical Board (NCMB).
OR
Nurse Practitioner Candidates : Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, completion of a Nurse Practitioner program approved by the North Carolina Joint Subcommittee of the Board of Nursing and Board of Medical Examiners, and "approved to practice medical acts" by the Joint Subcommittee.
AND

CPR or ACLS Certification is required within 3 months of hire

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit


The mission of the Abrons Student Health Center (SHC) is to provide student centered affordable, quality health and preventive services to the students of UNCW. The SHC provides comprehensive medical services and a retail pharmacy, all with a focus on student success and patient education. The Health Center's goal is to help students stay as healthy as possible so they can fully engage both in and outside of the classroom.

College/School Information

University Information


The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

EEO Statement


UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment


Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings
Single Incumbent


Special Notes to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Months Per Year
9LE (EHRA Aug-April)


FTE
1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)


Type of Position
Permanent


Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions

Job Posting Date
07/22/2026


Posting Close Date
08/10/2026