Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Description

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare—we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we provide comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—to individuals and families throughout the Denver Metro area.

With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives, including your own, STRIDE is the place for you.

Schedule: 5-day, 8-hour shifts or 4-day, 10-hour shifts. Full-Time position. 

Location: Hampden & Chambers Clinic - Aurora, CO.

General Purpose: In order to ensure efficient, quality health care services, the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide medical screenings and primary care to our patients.

Essential Duties/Position Responsibilities:

• Provides direct health care services to patients.
• Offers clinical consultation and arranges referrals to other providers and clinical staff.
• Reviews lab and x-ray results of other providers patient care results.
• Prescribes medications to patients, including counseling patients regarding the proper use and contraindications of medications as well as detect and diagnose adverse drug reactions.
• Evaluates medical charts to determine appropriate patient care follow up and education regarding acute and chronic illnesses.
• Accurately and completely charts information regarding patient interactions into the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Participate in the STRIDE after-hours telephone call system.
• Attends all staff meetings and all other meetings as assigned.

Requirements

STRIDE Values:

• Community: All are welcome at STRIDE - our patients are the center of our work.
• Trust: Our patients feel safe, empowered, and supported.
• Value: We respond to patients' needs by providing effective, affordable care.
• Compassion: We treat patients with kindness, empathy, and dignity.

Education and Experience:

• Required: Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and/or Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies.
• Required: Licensed or eligible for licensure in Colorado (APN or PA).
• Required: Board certification.
• Required: Active BLS Certification.
• Previous experience as a nurse practitioner/physician assistant in a clinical setting is preferred. 
• Two years post licensing preferred. New graduates are encouraged to apply for future roles. Be sure to take a look at our Residency Program opening this spring to learn more about our new graduate opportunities!

Skills & Expertise:

• Demonstrated knowledge in primary care specialty.
• Ability to interact positively and build rapport with patients, coworkers and/or external contacts.
• Ability to demonstrate the capability to effectively and sensitively respond to the needs and concerns of the full range of STRIDE’s diverse patient population.
• Ability to work independently and organize work in a manner that ensures accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to collaborate with other providers and clinical staff to develop continual quality improvement procedures.
• Ability to handle sensitive information ethically and responsibly.
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of patient, employee and business information.
• Skill in using a variety of computer software including but not limited to the internet and MS Office Products. 
• Knowledge of and ability to work with electronic health records (EHR) system.

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we value a strong and collaborative work environment. To ensure a successful integration into our team, we implement a 90-day probationary period for all new employees. This timeframe is designed to evaluate performance and assess cultural alignment within our organization. It offers both the employee and the employer the opportunity to determine if the role is a mutual fit, promoting long-term success and satisfaction in your career with us. Join our dedicated team and contribute to our mission of providing quality health care to our community!

We offer a competitive hourly range of $108,000 - $130,000 depending on your experience.

This range reflects STRIDE’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. The final salary for the selected candidate will be determined based on several factors, including experience, education, budget, internal equity, specialty, and training.

Why STRIDE?

Join us for a fulfilling career with a comprehensive full-time benefits package that promotes professional growth, well-being, and financial security, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
• 401(k) with matching
• Work-life balance
• NHSC Loan Repayment
• Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME) 
• No nights, weekends, or major holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more

Professional Perks:

• Malpractice coverage through FTCA
• Licensed Providers: $3,500 in Continuing Medical Education (CME) with 40 hours off to complete continuing education. $1,750 of CME can be used towards tuition reimbursement.
• Eligible to Apply for National and Colorado Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Programs (NHSC & CHSC)
• STRIDE-paid professional memberships
• On-call flexibility with PTO accrual for each call shift.

Integrated Care Model:

Work alongside a multidisciplinary team with robust provider support, including a 1.5 MA-to-provider ratio.

Teaching Opportunities & Leadership Support:

Join a community-centric healthcare team and thrive in an environment that values your contributions and supports your career aspirations.

STRIDE conducts background checks, including criminal history, education, license and certification. 

STRIDE is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

STRIDE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.

Health and Safety Commitment:

To ensure the safety of our patients, staff, and communities, all new hires at STRIDE must receive an annual flu shot or provide an exemption, as well as undergo tuberculosis screening and testing.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.