What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Providers - FNP/PA - Outpatient Primary Care in Belfast, Maine position at Penobscot Community Health Center - Bangor, Maine?
Penobscot Community Health Care is seeking a Board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate* to join PCHC's coastal location in Belfast, Maine - Seaport Community Health Care. If your goals align with PCHC’s Mission of service to everyone regardless of life circumstance, if you are energized by the innovation and collaboration resulting from practicing in a truly integrated medical home environment, PCHC is right for you.
- Physician Associate: On June 16, 2025, Maine enacted LD 1166, "An Act to Change the Professional Title and Identification of Physician Assistants to Physician Associates." This law changes the title only. The law, however, does not change scope of practice, licensure process, supervision, or billing.
The position is planned for in-person, full-time 40 hours per week, with 34 patient contact hours. Hours may be split between four or five days per week, depending on provider preference.
We invite you to become part of PCHC’s well-regarded integrated medical home model, and practice team-based care.
Why PCHC?
- Engaged and supportive patient population
- Collegial professional atmosphere with informed and proactive leadership
- Very reasonable shared family medicine call schedule (currently averaging one week per year)
- Competitive Compensation
- Very generous PTO plan, plus 11 recognized holidays, plus CME leave time,
- Two HSA plans to choose from, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Loan repayment
- Relocation assistance
- Visa candidates welcome
Penobscot Community Health Care (http://www.pchc.com) is a non-profit organization governed by a board of community volunteers. Comprised of fifteen practices and program service sites in the Greater Bangor area, our practices are located in Bangor, Brewer, Old Town, Belfast, and Jackman, and include family medicine, dental, pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, substance use disorder services, specialty services, pharmacy, and health care for the unhoused. Our integrated medical home model supports our mission and vision in which everyone has access to quality, cost-effective health care. PCHC services support and empower people to advocate for their personal goals and needs and connect with community-based resources. Our success is measured when the health of our community encompasses physical and emotional wellness, personal dignity, and a sense of belonging. We are seeking a physician whose professional goals align closely with our mission of service, action, and community health!
Belfast, Maine: is located at the mouth of a beautiful river estuary on Belfast Bay and Penobscot Bay; it's a classic maritime community, with stately homes and leafy streets. Picturesque harbor views frame every angle of the vibrant downtown. Less than a 1-hour drive to Bangor, Maine's 3rd largest city and it's International Airport. Renowned for its love of the Arts, the Belfast region is a classic example of Maine sea-side living. Close to Maine's gorgeous Acadia National park, this region offers all the amenities of a good-sized metro without the hassle - and residents are inspired by allkof Maine's natural beauty and resources at their doorstep! It's a short drive on I-95 South to Boston (3 hrs.) and Portland's quaint Old Port (2 hrs). Limitless 4-season outdoor recreational opportunities, a wide variety of arts, cultural and entertainment venues coupled with great family-centered neighborhoods and excellent public and private school choices make this regional highly desirable for professional families.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Curious, or interested in learning more? Apply today! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing recruitment@pchc.com (mailto:recruitment@pchc.com).
We are hiring! What’s it like to work at PCHC?
Find out in these two videos:
Celebrating Providers (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5A1Zk9YPpy4)
Why Choose PCHC? (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyC3DFYq0zg)
Contact: Jamie Grant, Provider Recruiter
207.992.9200 / recruitment@pchc.com
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Physician Assistant
- Cert Nurse Practitioner
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