APP – Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – School Based Health Clinic

UNM Medical Group; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 95,000 - 121,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UNM Medical Group Inc invites applications for an Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to join our School Based Health Clinics in Albuquerque, NM. The position runs 10 months from August 2026 to May 2027 and can be 0.5–1.0 FTE on a day shift, Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:30pm.

A sign-on bonus is available. Education requirements include APN or PA program completion, NM licensure as an APRN/PA, prescriptive authority, and DEA certification.

Qualifications

• Education: APN or PA program graduate from an accredited institution.
• No minimum experience in Family Practice; at least 1 year in a related specialty is preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: APN or PA license in NM; prescriptive authority; Federal DEA Certification.
• BLS within 30 days of hire; ACLS or PALS if applicable within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and develop treatment plans within NP/PA scope.
• Provide pre/post op care and write orders, including narcotics as allowed.
• Perform invasive/non-invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Conduct history and physical exams and document findings.
• Communicate with supervising physicians and care team as needed.
• Maintain safety and infection control; support continuity of care.
• Educate patients and families; may supervise residents and train staff.

Education

Advanced Practice Nursing or Physician Assistant Accredited Program

Graduated from an accredited institution

Tools

DEA Certification

Job description

UNM Medical Group Inc is hiring for an Advanced Practice Provider Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant to join our School Based Health Clinics located in Albuquerque New Mexico. This position is a 10 month from August 2026 to May 2027. This opportunity is a part time to full time 0.5-1.0 FTE day shift opening Hours Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm. Sign on Bonus Available.

Minimum 95140 Midpoint 121224 Salary is determined based on years of total relevant experience Salary is based on 10 FTE full time equivalent or 40 hours per week Less than 40 hoursweek will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE

Duties and Responsibilities of a Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistant

• Assess diagnose and develop treatment plans; implement treatment follow up and evaluate patient within the scope of practice protocols as outlined by state statute
• Assists in providing pre op and post op care; writes appropriate orders including those for narcotics stimulants and depressant drugs
• Perform invasive and non invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Perform patient history and physical exams as needed document findings noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings
• Notifies attending physician on call house physician on call or supervising physician regarding any unusual or unexpected events or problems requiring direct physician consultation
• Practices safety environmental andor infection control methods
• Work as a team member with medicalnursing staff to provide comprehensive care and promote continuity of care
• Guide teach support and serve as a nursing andor medical staff resource
• Provide accurate documentation of patient care document orders directives procedures and patient responses in the medical record and communicate them to other members of the health care team; maintain accurate legible and confidential records
• Provides health education to patients families andor community health practitioners and groups; may train and supervise medical residents engaged in specific clinical activities
• Act as role model through conduct appearance communication mutual respect leadership ethical decision making critical thinking and problem solving skills
• May perform clinical research related to specific operations
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements of Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistant

• Education Advanced Practice Nursing or Physician Assistant Accredited Program Graduate Completed degree from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis Verification of education and licensure if applicable will be required if selected for hire
• Experience No minimum experience required in Family PracticeOne year of related experience in Specialty areas
• LicensesCertifications Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Licensed by the New Mexico Board of Nursing or Physician Assistant Licensed by the New Mexico Board of Medical Examiner and Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
• Prescriptive Authority from the State of New MexicoFederal DEA Certification
• BLS Certification for Healthcare Providers with hands on training must be obtained within 30 calendar days of date of hire
• ACLS or PALS if applicable within 30 days of hire

About the School Based Health Center Program

The School Based Health Center Program provides services in 7 Albuquerque Public Schools The UNM School Based Health Center SBHC program is co sponsored by the UNM Medical Group and UNM Health Sciences Center SBHC facilitates and supports schools families and communities in addressing the social physical and emotional needs of students so they can reach their full potential SBHC connects students to a larger health care system that can serve as a medical home offering lifelong health care SBHC providers focus on preventive health care and educating students on healthy lifestyle choices Our goal is to enhance healthy youth development and reduce barriers to learning

Why Join UNM Medical Group Inc

Since our creation in 2007 our dynamic organization has continued to grow and form strong partnerships within the UNM Health system Modern Healthcare recognizes UNMMG in their Best Places to Work recognition for 2025 We ASPIRE to incorporate the following values into all aspects of our culture and work we always demonstrate an Attitude of Service with Positivity Integrity and Respect as we strive for Excellence We are dedicated to embracing and promoting diversity while fostering well being across New Mexico through cultural humility and respect for everyone

Benefits Competitive Salary & Benefits

UNMMG provides a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits packageInsurance Coverage Includes medical dental vision and life insuranceAdditional Perks Offers tuition reimbursement generous paid time off and a 403b retirement plan for eligible employees Fully paid malpractice insurance