Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care

UPMC; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

RVU-based productivity incentive

CME days and dollars

Retirement package

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (PA or CRNP) to join our Primary Care team in Williamsport. This 100% outpatient role focuses on continuity of care and relationship-based medicine in a well-established community setting.

You will provide comprehensive primary care, diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions, educate patients, and collaborate with physicians to ensure coordinated care, with a predictable schedule and no inpatient duties.

Qualifications

• CRNP or PA credential and PA state licensure in Pennsylvania.
• Completion of an approved nurse practitioner or PA program.
• RN license and APRN certification as applicable.
• PA or CRNP must be eligible for Pennsylvania licensure and board certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care using evidence-based practice.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions in adults and families.
• Develop personalized care plans focused on quality outcomes.
• Educate patients and families to support long-term health.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams for coordinated care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Clinical judgment

Team-based

Education

BSN required

MSN preferred

ARC-PA PA program

PA licensure in PA

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

Primary Care / Family Medicine

UPMC Primary Care, 9th Floor, Williamsport

UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (PA or CRNP) to join our Primary Care team in Williamsport. This is a great opportunity to practice meaningful, relationship-based medicine in a 100% outpatient setting with a strong focus on continuity of care and patient access.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Monday – Friday | Dayshift


• 1 Saturday AM per month


• No holidays, evenings, nights, or call


• 100% outpatient clinic | No Inpatient or OR

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive salary based on experience


• Sign-on bonus available


• RVU-based productivity incentive


• Generous CME days and dollars


• Robust retirement & benefits package

Why This Role Stands Out

• Practice outpatient primary care in a well-established community setting


• Focus on building long-term patient relationships and continuity of care


• Work in a supportive, team-based environment


• Enjoy a predictable schedule with limited weekend commitment


• Deliver high-quality care without inpatient responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Provide comprehensive primary care using evidence-based practice


• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions


• Develop personalized care plans focused on quality outcomes and patient satisfaction


• Educate patients and families to support long-term health


• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure coordinated care


• Knowledge of growth and development principles


• Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care across the lifespan


• Ability to assess patient data and deliver care per departmental policies


• Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment


• Physical stamina and dexterity required for direct patient care


• Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, where applicable.

Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)
  
  
  
  • Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program
  
  
  • BSN required; MSN preferred
  
  
  • Pennsylvania RN license and CRNP certification
  
  
  • National certification and eligibility for licensure and CRNP certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
  
  
  
  


• Physician Assistant (PA)
  
  
  
  • Graduation from an ARC‑PA–accredited Physician Assistant program
  
  
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree preferred
  
  
  • Pennsylvania PA license and NCCPA certification
  
  
  
  


• Required for All APP Candidates
  
  
  
  • CPR certification -
    
    
    
    • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Successful completion of Pennsylvania clearances:
    
    
    
    • Act 33
    
    
    • Act 34
    
    
    • Act 73
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran