Nurse Practitioner

About the Opportunity Join Our Team at Northeastern University!  University Health and Counseling Services (UHCS) is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic, student-centered health clinic. This is an incredible opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of Northeastern’s vibrant undergraduate and graduate student community.  As a key member of the UHCS team, you will:  Deliver preventive care and manage acute and chronic conditions in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.  Engage directly with students through face-to-face visits and campus wellness activities, helping to educate and empower them to take charge of their health.  Participate in quality improvement initiatives, contribute to team-based care, and serve as a trusted resource for nurses and medical assistants.  Be part of a mission-driven team committed to student health and holistic well-being.  Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and involvement in campus-wide wellness programs.  Work in a setting that values innovation, education, and evidence-based care.  Position Details:  Full-time (35 hours/week) with flexibility for a 4-day or 5-day schedule.  Includes one evening per week, one Saturday per month (10 AM–2 PM), and a rotating holiday schedule.  Additional shifts may be available.  Minimum Qualifications: Certificate of Registration as a Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. For Physician Assistant, a bachelor's degree and graduation from Physician Assistant training program certified by the Board of Registration of Physician Assistants and passing of the certifying examination of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. For Nurse Practitioners, applicants with independent prescriptive authority preferred   Massachusetts and Federal DEA certificates are required  Prior experience in primary care, particularly in student health, is highly desirable  Previous triage experience for acute medical issues in a college health setting is preferred  Prior experience in gender affirming care, pregnancy options and medication abortion is preferred  Experience in STI and contraceptive management is required. Additional experience with Nexplanon and IUD insertion is preferred  Demonstrated success in working inclusively in a highly diverse student setting preferred.  Must demonstrate enthusiasm in the mission of providing for the prevention, management and treatment of the medical needs of Northeastern University students both individually and community-wide  Demonstrated promptness in reporting and documentation, excellent organizational skills, ability to work with confidential and time sensitive information and materials, excellent written and oral communication skills  Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to create a positive teamwork environment  Facility with consulting and providing supervision and education to clinical colleagues as well as community clinicians, University staff and faculty, student organizations and partner institutions  Direct and Indirect clinical responsibilities Conduct comprehensive history and physical examinations, develop individualized care plans, order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests, and perform clinical procedures such as blood draws and injections.  Prescribe medications and initiate appropriate treatments, including inhalation therapy and other therapeutic interventions.  Provide comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care, including STI testing, treatment, and counseling. Deliver contraceptive counseling and management, ensuring patients are informed about available options. Perform procedures such as Nexplanon insertion and removal, and IUD placement and removal (preferred). Accurately and promptly document all clinical encounters in the electronic medical record (EMR).  Adhere to established clinical protocols and consult with the supervising physician as needed.  Provide clear medical guidance and education to students during each visit to ensure understanding of their condition and treatment plan.  Coordinate care by consulting with specialists or external providers regarding student health information and treatment recommendations.  Refer students to emergency services or specialty care when clinically appropriate.  Collaborate with campus departments and actively participate in wellness initiatives, including tabling events and student engagement activities both in-person and virtually.  Contribute to quality improvement projects and interdisciplinary workgroups alongside other medical providers.  Maintain a commitment to lifelong learning and deliver evidence-based care to all students.  Direct and Indirect Clinical Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive history and physical examinations, develop individualized care plans, order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests, and perform clinical procedures such as blood draws and injections.  Prescribe medications and initiate appropriate treatments, including inhalation therapy and other therapeutic interventions.  Provide comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care, including STI testing, treatment, and counseling. Deliver contraceptive counseling and management, ensuring patients are informed about available options. Perform procedures such as Nexplanon insertion and removal, and IUD placement and removal (preferred). Accurately and promptly document all clinical encounters in the electronic medical record (EMR).  Adhere to established clinical protocols and consult with the supervising physician as needed.  Provide clear medical guidance and education to students during each visit to ensure understanding of their condition and treatment plan.  Coordinate care by consulting with specialists or external providers regarding student health information and treatment recommendations.  Refer students to emergency services or specialty care when clinically appropriate.  Collaborate with campus departments and actively participate in wellness initiatives, including tabling events and student engagement activities both in-person and virtually.  Contribute to quality improvement projects and interdisciplinary workgroups alongside other medical providers.  Maintain a commitment to lifelong learning and deliver evidence-based care to all students Assist in Management of Clinic Operations Review and develop UHCS protocols Support campus wide health and wellness initiatives through presentations and/or tabling events Position Type Student Services Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Compensation Grade/Pay Type: 112S Expected Hiring Range: $97,550.00 - $141,443.75 With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change. Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.    Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions. The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver. Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment. Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.

Salary : $97,550 - $141,444