Portland area – FNP/PA for OUTPATIENT PRIMARY CARE – join growing community health center in LEWISTON

Lewiston, Maine: We seek a confident Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a rapidly growing community health center in Maine’s second largest city, just 40 MINUTES FROM PORTLAND. This established nonprofit offers integrated Medical, Dental and Behavioral Health across 10 points of service in the twin cities. They are ready to add another skilled provider to the outpatient primary care team in their largest medical practice, in the heart of Lewiston.

Join an independent mission-driven organization offering a comprehensive range of services with a focus on patient-centered care. This practice leads the state in health advocacy for new Mainers, refugees and asylees. They specialize in high-quality, accessible and affordable care for low-income and high-risk residents of all ages. Since they care for a diverse patient population, practitioners with foreign language skills are encouraged to apply. This is not required, as translators are available. This Equal Opportunity Employer actively seeks to expand their diverse workforce.

You will see your own patients independently, aided by a terrific team of MAs and support personnel. With a list of patients waiting to be seen, you will build your own panel very quickly. You will have a convenient 4 day/week schedule (40 hours) with an interesting practice that sometimes includes issues not typically seen in New England. You will have some complex patients, and others that have not had medical care in several years, if ever. If you find these challenges attractive, we want to talk to you about becoming part of a dedicated team practicing “medicine that matters” in a very rewarding environment.

You will earn a competitive salary plus benefits including relocation assistance, paid liability insurance, health and dental insurance, plenty of paid time off for vacations plus paid holidays, an expense budget for your CME, and more. You will also be eligible to apply for NHSC/federal student loan assistance.

Maine is the #2 State for Living and Working, and the #2 Safest State in the USA. Lewiston and its “across the river” neighbor (Auburn) are home to 120,000 residents in Maine’s Lakes and Mountains region. This diverse, bustling community offers a wide range of dining options, from chain restaurants to unique homegrown eateries, diners, ethnic restaurants and wonderful seafood places. Shopping is offered in specialty boutiques, big-box stores and malls. The local arts scene includes a popular live-stage community and several flavors of easily accessible live music, plus multi-screen movie theaters and more. Bates College in Lewiston is a “Best Liberal Arts College” that attracts students from nearly every state and over 60 countries.

Maine’s brilliant 4-season climate and varied geography support many types of recreation. Enjoy local trails for hiking and biking, and lakes and streams for casual fishing, kayaking and sailing. Golf is popular, with over a dozen nearby courses. Lewiston is a short drive from Maine's scenic ski resorts. Other winter sports include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing and snowshoeing. Every August, Lewiston hosts a family-friendly Balloon Festival beside the famous Androscoggin River waterfalls.

Residential choices are vast, as commuting is easy for this outpatient position. Your options include homes in Lewiston and its suburbs, greater Portland too, and communities around the capital of Augusta as well. You could live on a lake, river or pond, or in a country setting with your own acreage just minutes away. You will find many welcoming neighborhoods with very strong public and private schools.

Portland is an easy drive via freeway. One of the most desirable cities in New England, this harbor town has a buzzing social scene centered in the popular Old Port district. With literally hundreds of restaurants, Portland is a renown “foodie” city, winning multiple awards for quality eateries and the diversity of their offerings. The International Jetport is convenient and serves several major and discount airlines. Portland hosts a trio of semipro sports teams, numerous museums, the state’s largest mall, a symphony orchestra, and a busy harbor with ferry service to several nearby islands.

Contact us today to learn more about this interesting new position.

We are offering:

• Relocation assistance brings you to beautiful Maine
• Join fast-growing community health center
• Recreation-rich location just 40 minutes from Portland
• Maine: #2 Best State for Living/Working and #2 Safest State
• Mission-driven practice focuses on new and underserved residents
• Interesting outpatient practice, all ages
• Convenient 4 day/week schedule (40 hours)
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Liability insurance, health, dental insurance provided
• Plenty of paid vacation time and paid holidays
• More PTO plus an expense budget for your CME
• Rewarding practice, appreciative patients