Float Advanced Practice Provider - Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

Fhcsd; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHSC Loan Repayment Eligibility

Free Malpractice Coverage

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

CME Time

Job summary

FHCSD seeks a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to provide primary care as a Float Provider across San Diego County clinics. The role supports unplanned absences, PTO, LOAs and vacancies, ensuring continuous access to care for diverse patients.

Requirements include 2 years of outpatient primary care experience, a CA license, a DEA license, and current BLS/CPR certification. NHSC loan repayment eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 2 years of outpatient primary care experience.
• Current unrestricted license to practice in California.
• DEA license and active BLS/CPR certifications required.
• Experience with underserved or homeless communities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality primary care to a diverse patient population.
• Perform routine exams, screenings, and common procedures.
• Order and interpret labs and imaging as needed.
• Maintain documentation per departmental standards and EMR requirements.
• Participate in on-call schedule and administrative duties.

Skills

Outpatient primary care

Education

CA Medical License (PA/NP eligible)

Tools

DEA license

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Since 1970, FHCSD’s mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.

FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers in the country, operating more than 90 sites across San Diego County and providing care to more than 227,000 patients each year - 91% of whom are low-income and 29% uninsured.

With a team of more than 3,200 dedicated employees, FHCSD takes pride in the diversity of its staff, which reflects the communities it serves. Working at FHCSD offers more than a paycheck and excellent benefits —it offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of San Diego’s communities.

We are currently seeking a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to provide primary care as a Float Provider. This role will provide strategic coverage for unplanned absences, PTO, LOAs and current vacancies. A

Location Details

• Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm (closed for lunch)
• Clinic Locations List: https://www.fhcsd.org/clinic-location-list/
• Map Key: Primary care clinics are listed in dark navy blue on our clinic locations map, which can be found by following the above link

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high quality and caring medical services to a diverse patient population
• Perform routine exams, common procedures and screenings
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and point-of-care tests
• Evaluate patients with complex problems and refer to appropriate specialists
• Communicate effectively with Medical Staff Office on clinic needs
• Exercise cultural sensitivity and seek assistance with translations if needed
• Complete all required documentation in accordance with departmental standards
• Comply with electronic medical record requirements, including medication reconciliation, finalizing notes, clearing out personal pool, and participating in clinic pool
• Attend all mandatory meetings and minimize incident reports
• Use resources efficiently and practice medicine in a cost-effective manner
• Participate in Clinical Outcomes Program
• Maintain behavioral standards and respectful interactions with colleagues and patients
• Obtain good peer reviews, attend mandatory meetings and minimize incident reports
• Work toward meeting organizational targets for all metrics
• Participate in administrative duties and on-call schedule in a timely manner
• Must keep medical license, DEA registration and BLS/CPR certification current
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2 years of experience in outpatient primary care
• Current unrestricted license to practice in the State of California
• DEA license
• Current American Heart Association health care provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training
• Experience with underserved, low-income, or homeless community members preferred
• Second language fluency desired, not required

Compensation and Benefits

• $165,000 - $195,000 Full Time Annually (part time and per diem also available)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/LifeInsurance
• NHSC Loan Repay Eligibility
• Free Malpractice Coverage
• Retirement Plan with 50% Employer Match
• Paid Time Off, CME Time, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
• CME Funds, License Renewals, and Many Other Benefits

More about FHCSD:

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmCDgDhlems
• https://www.youtube.com/@FHCSD
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/fhcsd/
• https://www.fhcsd.org/about-us/

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We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:

$165,000.00 - $195,000.00

Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)

FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.