Primary Care APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

Overview

Mendocino Community Health Center (MCHC) has an opening for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Primary Care team. Our definition of primary care includes health equity, mental well-being, prevention, and social factors. At MCHC we are defined by three things: first, our commitment to providing quality care with compassion; second, our dedication to solving local problems through collaboration with expert partners; and third, our unceasing pursuit of innovation. Our vision is creating a community where all people reach their full potential for health and well-being. MCHC provides comprehensive services for the communities of Mendocino and Lake Counties that include primary care, dental, behavioral health, women\'s services, and specialty care services such as Psychiatry. There is strong team support and a multidisciplinary care team approach to care. We throw our doors wide open to everyone in communities we serve.

We invite you to consider relocating to Northern California, with easy access to Redwood Tree Groves and the Pacific Ocean.

Highlights of being a Provider at MCHC

• Highly collaborative and team-oriented environment. You will have support.
• We run a Pod model for our medical team, consisting of a group of dedicated Medical Providers, MAs, LVN case managers, and LCSWs to provide wrap-around care. We also have language-immersive Pods to provide culturally competent healthcare to our patients.
• The team has a clear connection to the mission of MCHC.
• Craft your practice around your passion. Primary care, HIV+, MAT/SUD, HCV — we create schedules tailored to our providers.
• MCHC is celebrating its 30th year of providing care. Stable and growing.
• Opportunity to train NP students if desired.
• Location: Mendocino and Lake County offer diverse living environments with quick access to the practice and major cities.
• Excellent HPSA scores and many loan repayment options.

Location

Our clinics are located in rural Northern California right on the 101 Hwy, 2 hrs north of San Francisco, 2 hrs north-west of Sacramento and 1 hr from the Pacific Ocean. This friendly community is rich in the arts and produces some of the best wines in Northern California. An area with plenty for outdoor enthusiasts and foodies alike. We offer an unparalleled sense of community, in a family-friendly environment, filled with opportunities for education, exercise, and creative outlet. In addition, with a short, stress-free commute, you\'ll have more time to spend with your family and friends or to explore the million acres of national forest, numerous lakes, picturesque vineyards, and breathtaking coastline that our area has to offer. You may choose to enjoy cultural activities including the symphony, community theater, dance and yoga studios, or galleries that display the amazing work of local artists.

Compensation and Benefits

• Up to $50,000 signing/ retention bonus
• Salary range of $140,000 - $164,000
• Health, gap, dental, and vision insurance. Air Ambulance membership.
• Generous paid time off
• CME leave and allowance
• Loan repayment options
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement saving plans – 401(k) with % employer match

Equal Opportunity

MCHC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Requirements

• CA PA or NP license required
• DEA
• BLS
• Minimum of 1 year experience
• Bi-lingual Spanish preferred but not required