Permanent | Immediate Care Nurse Practitioner Opportunity | Sacramento, California

Tinkbird; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with match

Paid holidays

Job summary

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a full-time permanent opportunity in a community-focused outpatient clinic in Sacramento, California. The role focuses on acute illnesses, minor injuries, and non-emergency care, without ongoing primary care panel management.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, typically 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. This position includes comprehensive benefits and a supportive care team in a busy outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid California RN/NP or PA license as applicable.
• Board certification for NP or PA required.
• NCCPA board certification for PA or equivalent national certification.
• BLS and DEA certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses and minor injuries.
• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Review labs and imaging to determine illness.
• Develop and implement treatment plans per protocols.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions within scope of practice.
• Prescribe and administer medications within scope.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust treatment as needed.
• Provide patient counseling and education.
• Coordinate referrals and additional care when indicated.
• Maintain accurate medical records per standards.
• Collaborate with Medical Director and care team.

Skills

Bilingual English/Russian

Education

California RN/NP license

NP board certification

California PA license

PA certification

NCCPA board certification

BLS certification

DEA certification

Job description

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a full-time permanent opportunity with a community-focused outpatient clinic in Sacramento, California. This position offers a weekday schedule focused on acute illnesses, minor injuries, and non-emergency medical needs, without the ongoing responsibilities of managing an assigned primary care patient panel.

Position Details

• Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
• Specialty: Immediate Care / Primary Care
• Location: Sacramento, California
• Setting: Outpatient Clinic
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, generally 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• EMR: Not specified
• Patient Volume: Up to 28 patients daily, generally 14 in the morning and 14 in the afternoon
• Appointment Length: 15-minute increments
• Call: Not specified
• Patient Panel: No assigned ongoing primary care panel

Clinical Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses, minor injuries, and other non-emergency medical conditions
• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examinations
• Review physical findings and laboratory results to determine the nature and extent of illness
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans in accordance with established protocols and scope of practice
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions as appropriate
• Prescribe and administer medications and therapeutic treatments within the provider's scope of practice
• Monitor patient symptoms, treatment responses, and general physical condition
• Recognize abnormal findings and initiate appropriate treatment, reporting, referrals, or emergency procedures
• Provide patient counseling and health education
• Coordinate referrals and additional care when indicated
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records in accordance with applicable clinical and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with the Medical Director and other members of the care team

Practice Environment

• Community-focused outpatient clinic serving a diverse patient population
• Emphasis on improving access to timely medical care and reducing unnecessary emergency department visits
• Broad clinical variety and independent clinical judgment
• No ongoing responsibility for routine primary care panel management
• Dedicated time within the daily appointment schedule for documentation and administrative responsibilities, depending on patient‑care needs

Qualifications & Requirements

• Nurse Practitioner: Current California RN/NP/NPF license, as applicable to the provider's credentials
• Current Nurse Practitioner board certification
• Physician Assistant: Current California Physician Assistant license
• Physician Assistant certificate
• Current NCCPA board certification
• Current BLS certification
• Current DEA certification
• One to two years of clinical experience serving underserved, low-income, or homeless populations preferred
• Valid California driver's license
• Proof of personal auto insurance for the vehicle driven during working hours
• Ability to meet applicable pre-employment health screening, immunization, background check, and drug screening requirements

Preferred Language Skills

• Bilingual or multilingual communication skills in English and Russian, Farsi, Pashto/Pushto, or Spanish are preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Compensation: $145,600–$215,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match and immediate vesting
• Up to four weeks of vacation during the first year, based on hours worked
• Seven paid holidays and one floating holiday
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Annual CME reimbursement for eligible continuing education, licensing, and certifications
• Up to one week of paid CME time, based on weekly schedule
• Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000 per calendar year after one year of service
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Benefits Eligibility: Benefits are available to employees working at least 30 hours per week, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is a specialized healthcare recruiting firm connecting clinicians with high-quality locum and permanent opportunities nationwide. We prioritize strong communication, long-term relationships, and aligning providers with practice environments that support quality patient care.