Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care
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$ 124400 - 155500
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Compensation:
- Salary exempt
- Eligible for SignOn/Relocation Bonus (subject to payback clause)
- New hires can expect to be placed on our starting wage scale of $124400$155500 per year
- Based on performance there is room to grow on our full wage scale of $124400$186600 per year
- Additional pay for working full time and/or working 1 to 4 Saturdays per month
Work Schedule:
- MondayFriday shifts
- Occasional Saturdays may be available if interested
Who We Are
Unity Care NW is a private nonprofit federally qualified health center that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982. With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale we offer comprehensive primary medical behavioral health and dental care as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages. Employing almost 300 caring and compassionate employees our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve.
What We Value
- Respect
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Collaboration
- Innovation
We have an inclusive culture and strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard a diverse workforce of the very best talent whose ambitions and values align with ours.
Job Summary
Our medical clinics provide primary & preventive health care to people of all ages. As a medical home were committed to a patientcentered care team model that engages patients & their families in their care. We integrate behavioral health services with medical care for a more holistic approach and we provide case management to help patients access other community resources they need to be healthy. With an onsite pharmacy providers can work closely with pharmacy staff to make filling prescriptions faster & easier and dental services are also onsite to fulfill patients dental needs.
As a fulltime Primary Care Provider you would have 36 patientcontact hours scheduled per week at our Bellingham WA facility providing comprehensive primary care to your diverse panel of patients many who may be underserved.
What We Offer
- A friendly and collaborative team environment
- A competitive compensation package
- A unique call schedule providing phone consultation to 3rd parties onlyno patient call
- A robust orientation followed by a gradual rampup period
- Support staff in the areas of nursing behavioral health medical records EMR/IT case management referrals insurance enrollment & an onsite pharmacy
Loan Repayment Application Opportunities
Watch our video at UCNW Loan Repayment Program YouTube to learn more about loan repayment opportunities at UCNW!
- Employment at UCNW counts towards eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness details can be viewed at Federal Student Aid.
- Eligible providers may apply for loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps NHSC Loan Repayment Program NHSC (hrsa) Washington Student Achievement Council Washington Health Corps WSAC &/or Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program Apply to the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program Bureau of Health Workforce (hrsa)
Generous Benefits Including:
- Medical dental & vision insurance
- 401(K) retirement plan with employer match after 1 year of eligibility
- 6 paid holidays
- Paid Time Off 160 hours 1st year 208 hours 2nd year increasing at Year 5 & Year 10 thereafter)
- Other paid leaves including: Bereavement Jury Duty & Bone Marrow & Organ Transplant
- Life/AD&D insurance
- Optional insurances including: Supplementary Life/AD&D Short Term and LongTerm Disability Critical Illness Accident Travel & Identity Theft Protection
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Alternative Transportation Incentives
- Health Living reimbursements
- Medical Hardship payroll loans Employee Referral Bonuses will preparation services & gym discounts
- Malpractice insurance through the Federal Torts Claims Act with tail coverage
- Sabbatical Leave accrual
- Reimbursement of DEA & board certification renewal fees
- Continuing Education (days & funds) and reimbursement of state license DEA & board certification fees
- Graduation from a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program eligible for Washington State licensure
- Be in good standing with the board of licensing in the state(s) where licensed
- Certified in Family Practice through the AANP or ANCC for NPs or certified by the NCCPA for PAs
Preferred Qualifications
- Family Practice experience in an outpatient setting
- Experience in a community health center setting or similar role providing care to underserved populations
- Experience working as an independent practitioner with patients who have complex comorbidities including hypertension diabetes mental illness chronic pain and substance abuse
- Experience with children and womens health
- Experience working with individuals from diverse cultures backgrounds and socioeconomic levels treating them with sensitivity and respect
- Proficient with Electronic Medical Records
Candidates who meet the requirements who have applicable experience or similar qualifications are encouraged to apply!
About Bellingham
Live in a community consistently rated as one of the most desirable in the USA! Nestled on Bellingham Bay at the foot of the Cascade Mountains just a short distance from Seattle Vancouver BC and the San Juan Islands Bellingham is home to over 90000 people and surrounded by several charming small towns. Enjoy all the area has to offer:
- Recreational & Outdoor Activities (Hiking Biking Skiing Snow Boarding Fishing Sailing Kayaking & Camping)
- Excellent Schools (University Community College Technical School & Outstanding K12 Educational System)
- Small Town or City Living (Unique Shops Local Festivals Farmers Markets Berry Picking & Community Events)
- Cultural Activities (Theater Music Independent Films Museums Art Studios & Diverse Local Restaurants)
To Apply
Visit our Careers Page at or contact Vicki Curtis Provider Recruiter at or. For news on our organization & future job postings please follow us on LinkedIn at Care NW has an Employee Health Program for the safety of our patients and staff. The program requires that all employees receive annual flu vaccines. UCNW also requires vaccination against COVID19 as a vital public health measure that has truly been lifesaving. We are proud of the leadership role weve played in protecting our community from this devastating virus
Employment Type
Full-Time
