Physician Assistant (55712)

HEALTH SOLUTIONS; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Retirement plan 403(b)

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays & generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Health Solutions is seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner to join their Medical Services Team in Pueblo, CO. You will provide comprehensive primary care for adults and children, coordinate care, and participate in quality initiatives within a PCMH framework.

Under supervision, you will work with physicians, nurses, and care coordinators to deliver patient-centered care, manage chronic conditions, and improve health outcomes while adhering to state regulations and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse in CO or compact state.
• Current DEA license.
• CPR and ACLS certifications.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an RN.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care across the lifespan using evidence-based guidelines.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests to support accurate diagnoses.
• Develop and adjust treatment plans, prescribe medications and preventive interventions.
• Deliver preventive services, wellness visits, vaccinations, and routine check-ups.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

APN license

DEA license

CPR/ACLS

RN experience

Computer literacy

Patient-centered care

Communication skills

Education

Graduate degree in nursing

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Montebello - Pueblo, CO, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: $125000.00 - $137000.00Salary/year, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care,

Health Solutionsis a premier wellness center focused on whole person care. With over 400 employees in Southern Colorado, you would be joining a mighty team of support and administrative staff, clinicians, physicians, nurses, and others in our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of our community.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a provider the full scope of primary care services which fall under primary care of adult and pediatric populations, including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, coordination of care, preventive care and health maintenance for this population. In addition, a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is a member of the Health Solutions Medical Services Team. In that capacity they are expected to be familiar with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the Medical Center and work collaboratively to achieve them. They must be cognizant of, and comply with, all Center policies and procedures, as well as pertinent state and federal regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with Health Solutions Family Medicine/MARC, you will play a central role in delivering integrated, patient-centered care aligned with PCMH principles and APM performance metrics. Under the supervision of the Director of Medical Services and Vice President of Medical Services Officer, your responsibilities include:

Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive primary care across the lifespan, including health assessments, physical exams, diagnostic evaluations, and management of acute and chronic conditions using evidence-based guidelines.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., blood work, imaging, EKGs, urinalysis) to support accurate diagnoses.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans, prescribing medications, therapies, and preventive interventions as appropriate.
• Deliver preventive services such as wellness visits, vaccinations, screenings, and routine check-ups.
• Engage patients in shared decision-making and self-management support; educate on disease prevention, healthy habits, and self-care strategies.
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications, injections, and vaccinations.
• Review lab results with patients and treatment teams; apply best practices in medical care and medication-assisted treatment.
• Evaluate behavioral health assessments and refer to behavioral health professionals as needed.
• Perform office-based procedures within scope of practice and participate in acute care situations (e.g., urgent triage).

Care Integration & Collaboration

• Function collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, behavioral health clinicians, care coordinators, pharmacists, and ancillary staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in daily huddles, case conferences, and care planning meetings.
• Coordinate referrals and care transitions across multiple providers and healthcare settings.

Quality & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, timely electronic health records and documentation supporting medical necessity, quality metrics, and compliant billing; collaborate with billing and quality teams as needed.
• Deliver care consistent with PCMH principles: whole-person orientation, coordinated care, enhanced access, and continuous quality improvement.
• Participate in quality initiatives and use data to drive performance on APM measures (e.g., patient engagement, preventive screenings, chronic disease outcomes).
• Meet productivity, patient access, and panel management benchmarks aligned with organizational and payer requirements.
• Adhere to confidentiality standards, medical ethics, and Colorado statutes related to collaborative practice and prescriptive authority.

Professional Development

• Stay current with medical research and guidelines through continuing education and integration of evidence-based practices.
• Advance the education of healthcare team members to promote high-quality care.

What You’ll Like About Us

Competitive pay of$125000.00 to 137,000.00annually(Dependent on experience, certification and shift). Signing bonus of $5,000 after successful completion of orientation, $2,500 after successful completion of 1st year of service, and $2,500 after successful completion of 2nd year of service.Generous benefits package. For most positions, includes paid holidays, generous PTO, EAP, tuition reimbursement, retirement, insurances, FSA, and a premier wellness program

• Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision, with low deductibles. Also, Wellness benefits program available.
• HS Funded: EAP, LifeLock, Direct Path, Life and AD&D, LTD
• Retirement 403(b) with employer match up to 6%
• Additional Insurance: FSA, Voluntary Life, Sun Life Voluntary benefits, and pet insurance
• Childcare
• Flexible work schedule

Employee recognitions and celebrations

Warm and friendly work environment in which staff respect and learn from one another

Qualifications: What we’re looking For—The Must-Haves

• Applicants must be licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of Colorado or compact state.
• Current D.E.A.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR), ACLS or Advanced Life Support within 3-12 months of employment, if appropriate.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an RN.
• Must be insurable under company-provided malpractice coverage.
• Computer proficiency
• Patient-Centered Service: Demonstrates kindness, compassion, and professionalism, maintaining appropriate boundaries and flexibility.
• Communication & Education: Effectively educate patients and advances the knowledge of healthcare team members to promote high-quality care.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Stamina: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (typically 8–12 hours), frequently moving between exam rooms and workstations.
• Strength & Patient Assistance: Capacity to lift or move equipment and assist patients with repositioning, transferring, or supporting during examinations. Tasks may involve moderate weight (approximately 25–100lb), sometimes requiring team assistance.
• Posture & Flexibility: Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching—both overhead and below waist level (e.g., retrieving supplies) and at or below shoulder level (e.g., handling instruments)—including maintaining awkward positions for several minutes.
• Fine Motor Skills: Ability to perform precise procedures such as blood draws, injections, suturing, and operate medical instruments/equipment or electronic systems.
• Sensory Acuity: Visual ability to read small print (e.g., medication labels, monitors) and assess patient conditions (e.g., skin tone, wound appearance). Clear auditory ability for patient communication, auscultation, and monitoring alarms or alerts.
• Communication: Clear speech, active listening, and accurate documentation for effective patient interaction and care coordination.

What we’d Like to See in you—the Nice-to-Haves

• Experience caring for individuals with addictions, and severe and persistent mental illness.
• Track record of working successfully as a part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in managed care environments
• Spanish language skills

Health Solutions expects all staff to

• Adapt to change in the workplace and use change as an opportunity for innovation and creativity.
• Take ownership of problems, brainstorm problem resolutions, and use sound judgment in selecting solutions to problems, and demonstrate consistent follow through.
• Possess the job knowledge and skills to perform the fundamental job functions and willingly assume greater responsibility over time regarding the scope of work.
• Inspire and model collaborative teamwork and Human Kindness; and
• Demonstrate accommodation, politeness, helpfulness, trust building, appropriate boundaries, and flexibility in customer service.

Must already be authorized to work in the US; sponsorships not available.

Closing Date:12/31/2026EOE, M/F