What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mid-Level Practitioner - Summersville School Based Health Center position at New River Health Association?
Company Overview
New River Health Association is dedicated to promoting the health, well-being, and economic development of our community through compassionate, high-quality health services, education, and teamwork. We are committed to providing accessible care that makes a positive impact on individuals and families alike.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide comprehensive primary care services within a School-Based Health Center (SBHC) operated by our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). The provider will deliver age-appropriate care to students, promote wellness, and collaborate with school staff, families, and healthcare teams to improve student health outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide primary care services including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic conditions
- Perform physical exams, well-child visits, and preventive health screenings
- Administer immunizations and manage medication therapies
- Promote health education and disease prevention among students
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records (EMR) documentation
- Collaborate with school personnel, behavioral health providers, and community resources
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and FQHC compliance requirements
- Ensure adherence to federal, state, and organizational regulations
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Current, unrestricted WV license
- Board certification (e.g., AANP, ANCC, NCCPA)
- DEA license (or eligibility)
- Experience in pediatrics, family medicine, or school-based care preferred
- Experience in an FQHC or underserved setting is a plus
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required
Work Environment:
- School-based setting serving pediatric and adolescent populations
- Daytime hours aligned with school schedule
- Collaborative, mission-driven healthcare team
Join us in making a meaningful difference by providing accessible, high-quality healthcare to our youth and community. As a provider in our school-based health center, you’ll help remove barriers to care, support student well-being, and promote healthier futures. This is an opportunity to serve where you’re truly needed.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever had a license suspended, restricted, or under investigation?
- If referred by an employee, please provide referring Employee name and position
Experience:
- School-Based: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- unrestricted license in West Virginia Board of Medicine (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000