Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Christopher Rural Health Planning Corporation; West Frankfort (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

Vacation: 3 weeks

Sick leave: 8 days

CME leave: 1 week

Personal days: 2 days

NHSC loan repayment eligibility

Job summary

Christopher Rural Health Planning Corporation invites applications for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our new West Frankfort primary care clinic in Illinois. Build your own patient panel in a newly developed facility with a four-day workweek and a salary range of $110,000–$135,000 annually based on experience.

You will collaborate with experienced providers, expand women's health services, and deliver high-quality, accessible care to an underserved rural community while

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program.
• Current Illinois NP or PA licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Appropriate national certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to practice independently within licensure scope while collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care.
• Primary care experience preferred; however, new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Previous FQHC or community health experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations, health assessments, and preventive screenings.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and provide ongoing patient education.
• Order, perform, and interpret appropriate diagnostic testing.
• Prescribe medications and manage treatment in accordance with applicable licensure and practice requirements.
• Promote preventive care, wellness, and chronic disease management.
• Establish and maintain a patient panel while building strong relationships within the community.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.
• Participate in organizational quality improvement and patient care initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnostics

Treatment planning

Communication skills

Independence in practice

Team collaboration

Education

NP or PA program graduation

Illinois NP/PA licensure

National certification

Job description

New Primary Care Clinic – West Frankfort, Illinois

Starting Salary: $110,000–$135,000 Annually, Based on Experience

Full-Time | 4-Day Workweek | 32 Patient Care Hours Per Week

Join Our Team and Build Your Own Patient Practice!

Christopher Rural Health Planning Corporation (CRHPC) is excited to announce the opening of our new Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in West Frankfort, Illinois! We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing healthcare team.

This is a unique opportunity for a provider who wants to build and grow their own patient panel while making a meaningful impact in a community with a need for expanded access to healthcare.

Our new West Frankfort location will offer comprehensive primary care services, along with an exciting expansion of women's health services, including obstetrical care. Providers will have the opportunity to practice in a newly developed clinic, collaborate with experienced healthcare professionals, and establish lasting relationships with patients and families in the community.

About CRHPC

Established in 1979, Christopher Rural Health Planning Corporation is a well-established, community-focused healthcare organization serving patients throughout Southern Illinois. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, CRHPC provides comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral health, nutrition, and pharmacy services.

Our mission is to improve access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for individuals and families, regardless of their ability to pay.

We pride ourselves on providing a supportive, collaborative work environment where clinicians can grow professionally while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

Position Highlights

• Build Your Own Patient Panel:An excellent opportunity to establish your own practice and develop long-term patient relationships in a new clinic location.
• Newly Developed Facility: Work in a newly established healthcare setting designed to expand access to primary care and women's health services.
• Four-Day Workweek: Enjoy a consistent schedule with three days off each week.
• Competitive Compensation: Starting annual salary of $110,000–$135,000, depending on experience.
• Collaborative Care Environment:Work alongside experienced providers with access to behavioral health, pharmacy, nutrition, and other integrated healthcare services.
• Growing Healthcare Services:Be part of an exciting expansion that includes women's health and obstetrical services at the West Frankfort location.
• Mission-Driven Organization:Make a difference by providing accessible, high-quality healthcare to an underserved rural community.

Schedule and Benefits

Full-Time Schedule:

• 32 direct patient care hours per week

Generous Paid Time Off:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 8 paid sick days annually
• 1 week of continuing medical education (CME) leave
• 2 paid personal days annually

Additional Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Supportive clinical leadership and experienced collaborating physicians
• Eligibility for National Health Service Corps (NHSC) student loan repayment programs, subject to program requirements

Position Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive, patient-centered primary care services to individuals and families across the lifespan. Responsibilities include:

• Perform physical examinations, health assessments, and preventive screenings.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and provide ongoing patient education.
• Order, perform, and interpret appropriate diagnostic testing.
• Prescribe medications and manage treatment in accordance with applicable licensure and practice requirements.
• Promote preventive care, wellness, and chronic disease management.
• Establish and maintain a patient panel while building strong relationships within the community.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate patient care.Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.
• Participate in organizational quality improvement and patient care initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current Illinois NP or PA licensure, or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Appropriate national certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to practice independently within the scope of licensure while collaborating effectively with other healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care.
• Primary care experience preferred; however, new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Previous FQHC or community health experience is a plus but not required.

Grow Your Career While Making a Difference

Whether you are an experienced provider looking for a new opportunity or a recent graduate ready to establish your career, CRHPC offers the opportunity to build your own patient practice, enjoy a four‑day workweek, and make a lasting impact in the West Frankfort community.