Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

B-3350513

Nurse Practitioner (APRN) / Physician Assistant (PA)

Department : Adult Medicine

Employment Type : Full-Time | Exempt

Compensation : $100,300 ? $161,320 per year

About Community Health Services

Founded in 1970, Community Health Services, Inc. (CHS) has served as a trusted healthcare home for the communities of Hartford and Windsor. Created for the community, by the community , CHS delivers comprehensive services including primary care, behavioral health, dental care, pharmacy services, and more?all under one roof.

At CHS, our mission is grounded in compassion and dignity. We strive to provide integrated, patient-centered care that empowers individuals to lead healthier lives. Our staff is dedicated, diverse, and passionate about improving health outcomes for all we serve.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Adult Medicine clinic. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive primary care services with an emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic disease management. You?ll work collaboratively with department physicians and provide patient referrals when specialized diagnostic or therapeutic care is required.

This position is eligible for participation in the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program .

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based primary care to adult patients
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, formulate diagnoses, and implement treatment plans
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure continuity of care
• Provide culturally competent care to a diverse patient population
• Educate patients on health conditions, preventive care, and treatment options
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using the electronic health record (EHR)
• Contribute to departmental quality measures and clinical outcomes
• Participate in organizational initiatives and team-based care delivery

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Valid APRN or PA license in the State of Connecticut (Required)

BLS certification (Required)

Eligible for or possess DEA and Connecticut Controlled Substance Registration

Strong clinical decision-making and diagnostic skills

Excellent interpersonal and written communication abilities

Commitment to serving medically underserved populations

Preferred Qualifications

1?2 years of experience in an ambulatory or urgent care setting

Proficiency in electronic health record systems

Spanish language skills (Preferred)

Knowledge of and experience with quality improvement or value-based care initiatives

Benefits & Perks

Eligible for NHSC Loan Repayment

Productivity bonus

Paid malpractice insurance and CME allowance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match

Generous paid time off (PTO) and 9 paid holidays

Employer-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programs

Various paid leave programs (bereavement, maternity, military, etc.)

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $100,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Medical Specialty :

Primary Care

Ability to Commute :

Hartford, CT 06112 (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

Hartford, CT 06112 : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person