Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA-C), Primary Care
FQHC, Community Health, Loan Forgiveness (NHSC Eligible)
Family Practice, Preventive Care, Underserved Population Focus
Starting Salary $105K–$110K + Productivity Bonus ($30K–$50K+)
100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
Clinton, NC 28328
HealthCare Recruiters International (HCRI) is hiring a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) for a full-time primary care role within a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center. This clinic provides care to underserved and underinsured populations across all ages, with a focus on access, continuity, and preventive medicine. Clinton offers a central location with convenient access to Wilmington and the North Carolina coast, typically within a 1 to 1.5 hour drive, allowing for both affordability and proximity to coastal amenities.
Primary Care NP / PA Responsibilities
- Full-time schedule based on clinic hours
- Options include 5x8s or 4x10s depending on site needs
- No call responsibility; after-hours coverage handled externally
- Provide full-scope primary care across the lifespan
- Manage annual visits, chronic conditions, and sick visits
- Average volume of ~16 patients per day
- High performers see up to 25 patients/day for maximum bonus
- Follow structured visit model with standard and extended visits
- Review labs, imaging, and follow-ups daily
- Maintain accurate and timely EMR documentation
- Work with dedicated Medical Assistant or LVN support
- Refer patients to specialists as clinically appropriate
- Participate in outreach and preventive health initiatives
- Perform procedures based on skill set (e.g., suturing, splinting)
Primary Care NP / PA Requirements
- Active NP or PA-C license (or ability to obtain in NC)
- Primary care or family practice experience preferred
- Comfortable treating patients across the lifespan
- Able to manage consistent daily patient volume
- Strong clinical judgment and documentation skills
- Interest in underserved and underinsured populations
Primary Care NP / PA Compensation
- Base Salary: $105K–$110K
- $20 per encounter after 210 encounters per month
- Threshold ~10 patients per day
- Annual bonus: $30K+ at 16 patients/day, $50K+ at 20/day, and $75K+ at 25/day
- High-volume providers (20–25/day) maximize bonus potential
- NHSC Loan Repayment eligible (75K @ 2-years, tax free)
Primary Care NP / PA Benefits
- 100% employer-paid health insurance for employee
- Dental and vision coverage available at low cost
- Access to no-cost care (PCP, labs, prescriptions)
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer participation
- Malpractice insurance provided
- CME allowance + dedicated CME time
- Paid Time Off + paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
- Schedule: Monday–Friday 8–5 or 4x10s based on clinic
- Dedicated Medical Assistant or LVN support
- Scope aligned with provider experience and comfort