Nurse Practitioner (Intermittent)

Benton County (OR); Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 103,000 - 117,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range 75–85/hr

Public service mission

Work-life balance

Career advancement

Job summary

Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties (CHC) seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide high-quality primary care in a patient-centered, team-based model for a diverse patient population.

The role supports 700–1200 patient panels, sees about 14 patients daily, and offers opportunities to teach medical residents and students. This intermittent position emphasizes prevention, chronic disease management, and coordinated care in Benton County, Oregon.

Qualifications

• Master's of Science in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Oregon, or in a different state with the ability to obtain an Oregon license.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality primary care in a patient-centered, team-based model.
• Manage panels between 700 and 1,200 patients and see about 14 patients per day.
• Participate in after-hours calls with nurse triage support.
• Opportunity to teach medical residents and students from local institutions.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Team-based care

Patient care

Education

MSN

Job description

NOTE: This is an intermittent position not to exceed 1040 hours worked in a fiscal year.

JOB SUMMARY

Our Primary Care Practitioners provide high quality, comprehensive medical care and treatment to a diverse safety-net patient population in a patient-centered, team-based model with an emphasis on the prevention of disease, promotion of health, and management of chronic disease. The clinical team includes certified medical assistants, RN care coordinators, clinical pharmacists, health navigators, and behavioral health consultants. To allow the time to deliver high quality care to patients with complex needs, our practitioners manage panels between 700 and 1,200 patients and see about 14 patients per day. After-hours calls are shared among the full primary care group and supported by a nurse triage line that manages the vast majority of after-hours requests. Our providers have the option to teach medical residents from several organizations as well as medical students from the local medical school.

Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties (CHC)

The CHC opened as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in 2004. It is the medical home for over 9,000 patients across five clinics and two counties. The CHC provides physical, behavioral, dental care, and medical treatment for substance use disorders. The CHC works closely with Benton County Public Health, County Mental Health programs, and school districts at our two school-based sites. The CHC utilizes the clinical team to support patients in accessing health. We are committed to improving health outcomes through a medical home model with a strong focus on prevention and disease management. The CHC sites are all Patient Center Primary Care Home (PCPCH) certified at a high level. Our organization serves communities with Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) ratings between 10 and 13 (https://data.hrsa.gov/tools/shortage-area/hpsa-find) and qualifies for National Health Scholars, National Health Service Corps and other Loan Repayment Programs.

First review of applications will be March 12, 2026

Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date

Your Total Compensation/Benefits

• Salary range of $75 to $85 per hour.
• Rewarding work in a productive, innovative, and creative environment.
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service.
• A great work-life balance.
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with Benton County.
• Live, work, and play in Corvallis, Oregon.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's of Science in Nursing from an accredited college or university; AND
• Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Oregon, or in a different state with the ability to obtain an Oregon license.

Special Qualifications

• Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
• Current driver's license or ability to obtain
• This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle., This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies., This recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about primary care, perhaps with additional interests which align with the specialty needs of our population.
• Approaches chronic pain in a manner that follows the latest clinical guidelines.
• Manages patient’s preventive care needs, including USPSTF guidelines and CDC vaccine recommendations.
• Enjoys working with diverse patients, including those living with mental illness, English as a second language, and other social influences on health.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to:

Christine Mosbaugh, Clinic OPS Director

Benton County Health Clinics

Telephone: [phone] [e-mail]

Working & Living in Benton County

Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county’s 90,000 residents like to say they “have it all.”

Additional information

• This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
• Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
• This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
• Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.