Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Advanced Practice Provider

School- Based Family Practice Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Smoky Hill High School – 0.6 FTE, 3 days a week

Join Us in Making a Difference at STRIDE Community Health Center!

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we are more than a healthcare provider – we are a community-driven force, passionately serving individuals with a 30-year legacy of excellence. As a 501(c)(3) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), STRIDE is deeply rooted in responding to the primary healthcare needs of the medically indigent population in suburban Denver.

• Founded in 1989
• One of the Largest FQHC in Colorado
• Comprehensive healthcare services aligned with our mission

We’re expanding our team and are looking for dedicated professionals to join us in our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, consider a career with us.

General Purpose: In order to ensure efficient, quality health care services, the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide medical screenings and primary care to our patients.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provides direct health care services to patients.
• Offers clinical consultation and arranges referrals to other providers and clinical staff.
• Reviews lab and x-ray results of other providers patient care results.
• Prescribes medications to patients, including counseling patients regarding the proper use and contraindications of medications as well as detect and diagnose adverse drug reactions.
• Evaluates medical charts to determine appropriate patient care follow up and education regarding acute and chronic illnesses.
• Accurately and completely charts information regarding patient interactions into the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Participate in the STRIDE after-hours telephone call system.

Non-Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Attends all staff meetings and all other meetings as assigned.

Schedule:

Part-time position (0.6 FTE); 3 days per week, 8 hours per day.

Candidates looking for a full-time position are encouraged to apply to one of our full-time positions at our different clinics.

Location:

Knowledge, skill and ability:

• Demonstrated knowledge in primary care specialty.
• Ability to interact positively and build rapport with patients, coworkers and/or external contacts.
• Ability to demonstrate the capability to effectively and sensitively respond to the needs and concerns of the full range of STRIDE’s diverse patient population.
• Ability to work independently and organize work in a manner that ensures accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to collaborate with other providers and clinical staff to develop continual quality improvement procedures.
• Ability to handle sensitive information ethically and responsibly.
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of patient, employee and business information.
• Skill in using a variety of computer software including but not limited to the internet and MS Office Products.
• Knowledge of and ability to work with electronic health records (EHR) system.

Education or Formal Training:

• Masters in nursing from an accredited nursing program/ Physician Assistant licensure and certification.
• Board certification.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Colorado.
• BLS Certification

Experience:

• Previous experience as a primary care nurse practitioner/physician assistant in a clinical setting is preferred.
• Two years post licensing experience preferred. New graduates are encouraged to apply for future roles.

A successful candidate will live STRIDE ICARE values:

Integrity doing the right thing even when no one is watching.

Compassion meeting the patient where they’re at with empathy.

Accountability doing what we say were going to do.

Respect showing attention to human dignity.

Excellence having a growth mindset; striving to learn more and practice continuous improvemen

Join the STRIDE Community Health Center Team!

At STRIDE, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and financial security.

Competitive Compensation:

Annual salary range: $108,000–$130,000 for 1.0 FT ($64,800-$75,000 for 0.6 FTE) based on experience.

Please note, the pay range listed for this position is a scale. Pay will be calculated based on years of experience since licensing and/or related to the specific qualifications of the role. Comprehensive Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Telehealth services
• Life, AD&D, Supplemental, and Disability insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Travel accident, identity theft protection, fertility plan coverage.

Professional Perks

• Malpractice coverage through FTCA
• Licensed Providers: $3,500 in Continuing Medical Education (CME) with 40 hours off to complete continuing education. $1,750 of CME can be used towards tuition reimbursement.
• Eligible to Apply for National and Colorado Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Programs (NHSC & CHSC)
• STRIDE-paid professional memberships, medical licenses, and DEA registration.
• On-call flexibility with PTO accrual for each call shift.

Integrated Care Model

Work alongside a multidisciplinary team with robust provider support, including a 1.5 MA-to-provider ratio.

Teaching Opportunities & Leadership Support

Join a community-centric healthcare team and thrive in an environment that values your contributions and supports your career aspirations.

Join Us. Together We Improve lives.

STRIDE conducts a background check, including criminal history, education, license and certification.

STRIDE recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our organization. STRIDE is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status. STRIDE does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

In an aim to help keep our patients, staff, and communities safe, STRIDE requires that all hired employees be fully COVID-19 vaccinated and to obtain an annual flu shot. STRIDE CHC employees are also required to be screened for tuberculosis and to complete a PPD test.