Nurse Practitioner

Merakey; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Goga well-being platform

Care.com backup care

EAP counseling

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Pryor Online Learning

Job summary

Merakey Total Health in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive primary care in our Mt. Airy community-based clinic. You will work with physicians and an interdisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care across the lifespan.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years NP experience, MSN, PA license, and a commitment to integrated, community-focused care. This position follows a Monday–Friday schedule with collaboration and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years Nurse Practitioner experience, preferred in Primary Care.
• Experience working with patients with behavioral health or intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience working in a community healthcare setting is preferred.
• Experience with telehealth is a preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Assessment & Patient Care: conduct assessments, histories, exams; diagnose and manage conditions; prescribe medications; develop treatment plans.
• Diagnostic Evaluation & Treatment Planning: order and interpret tests; create evidence-based plans.
• Patient & Family Education: educate on diagnoses, treatment, medications, preventive care.
• Documentation & Compliance: maintain EHR documentation; ensure regulatory standards.
• Care Coordination & Collaboration: coordinate with physicians and multidisciplinary team.
• Leadership, Quality & Community Engagement: support quality improvement and partnerships.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner experience

Behavioral health experience

Community healthcare

Telehealth

Education

MSN

Family/Adult/Pediatric Nurse Practitioner specialization

Job description

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Position Type

Full-Time

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday

Description

Looking to make a difference where it matters most?

Merakey Total Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive primary care services in our community-based clinic serving the Mt. Airy area of Philadelphia. Join a team that is dedicated to whole-person care, strong community partnerships, and improving the health and wellness of individuals across the lifespan. Together, we are helping build healthier communities, one patient at a time

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a Master's-prepared, independently licensed healthcare provider who delivers comprehensive primary care services within the Merakey Total Health community-based outpatient clinic. Working collaboratively with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team, the NP provides patient-centered, evidence-based care that supports the health and wellness of individuals across the lifespan.

This role requires strong clinical expertise, sound judgment, and a commitment to integrated, community-focused care. The NP partners with healthcare providers, behavioral health professionals, and community resources to improve health outcomes, promote continuity of care, and address the unique needs of the populations served.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Clinical Assessment & Patient Care: Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations; diagnose and manage acute and chronic health conditions; prescribe medications; develop individualized treatment plans; and monitor patient outcomes, adjusting care plans as needed to support optimal health outcomes.
• Diagnostic Evaluation & Treatment Planning: Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory studies, and other clinical evaluations; utilize findings to develop and implement evidence-based treatment recommendations.
• Patient & Family Education: Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, preventive care, and wellness strategies; empower patients to effectively manage their health conditions and achieve positive outcomes.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain timely, accurate, and thorough documentation within the electronic health record (EHR), including progress notes, treatment plans, and clinical summaries; ensure compliance with organizational, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Care Coordination & Collaboration: Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to coordinate and optimize patient care; facilitate continuity of care through effective communication with internal and external healthcare providers.
• Leadership, Quality & Community Engagement: Serve as a clinical resource for staff; contribute to quality improvement, patient safety, and best-practice initiatives; build and maintain partnerships with community healthcare providers and organizations to improve access to care and support continuity of services.

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

EXPERIENCE:

• 1-3 years Nurse Practitioner experience, preferred in Primary Care
• Experience working with patients with behavioral health or intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred
• Experience working in a community healthcare setting is preferred
• Experience with telehealth is a preferred

EDUCATION:

• Completion of a Nurse Practitioner program required
• Specialization in Family Medicine, adult medicine, or pediatrics
• MSN Required.

LICENSURES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing Examiners as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner.
• Provider BLS (American Heart Assoc/American Red Cross) required.
• May require PALS (pediatric advanced life support).
• Certificate of Prescriptive Authority
• Successful completion of the Merakey Total Health credentialing process, with temporary or permanent privileges approved.

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.