Primary Care Access Specialist (PA/NP) – Impactful Coverage

South County Hospital; Wakefield (RI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

South County Health is seeking a full-time physician assistant or nurse practitioner to serve as a Primary Care Access Specialist. This role focuses on same-day visits and coverage across the primary care network, collaborating with physicians and APPs to ensure timely patient access.

The ideal candidate brings board certification (PA or NP), RI licensure, and at least 5 years of primary care experience, with strong EMR documentation and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple clinical needs.
• Comfort in fast-paced primary care environments.
• Commitment to patient safety and continuity of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide same-day and short-notice primary care visits.
• Support providers and patients through clinical coverage and EMR inbox management.
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, practice managers, and clinical leadership.
• Ensure timely, high-quality care across the primary care network.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Decision-making

Communication

Prioritization

EMR inbox management

Education

Physician Assistant certification

Nurse Practitioner certification

Job description

South County Health is seeking a full-time physician assistant or nurse practitioner to serve as a Primary Care Access Specialist. This role focuses on same-day visits and coverage across the primary care network, collaborating with physicians and APPs to ensure timely patient access.

The ideal candidate brings board certification (PA or NP), RI licensure, and at least 5 years of primary care experience, with strong EMR documentation and patient-centered care.