Description

A mission-driven community health center in a western Boston neighborhood is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join its growing primary care team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality, culturally responsive care within a collaborative, team-oriented environment that serves a diverse and vibrant patient population.

About the Role

As a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, you will work closely with a dedicated team of NPs, MDs, DOs, PAs, nurses, medical assistants, and multidisciplinary professionals committed to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care. Cultural competence is essential, as you will support patients and colleagues from a wide range of racial, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds.

Compensation, Bonuses & Loan Repayment

• Salary based on experience-(range may be shared with applicants upon request)
• Eligible for up to $20,000 annually in bonuses, paid quarterly, based on:
  • Quality metrics
  • Completed visits
  • Retention
• As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), providers are eligible for multiple loan repayment programs (up to $80,000 over two years) and for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability, plus life insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• "Tickets at Work" program
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement

Your Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care, including diagnosing and treating illness, prescribing medications, offering preventive care guidance, and addressing the psychological impacts of illness.
• Appropriately refer patients to specialty services and ensure timely follow-up on results.
• Participate in co-managing a patient panel with a team-based NP or PA.
• Contribute to training activities for students and clinical learners.
• Ensure continuity of care across referrals, specialty clinics, emergency departments, and hospital services.
• Engage in staff meetings, quality assurance efforts, and medical audit activities.
• Participate in paid 24-hour on-call coverage for one week at a time, approximately 1-2 times per quarter.
• Work one weekly evening session (until 7 PM); occasional Saturdays may be required based on staffing needs.

Schedule & Workload

• Full-time: 40 hours/week
  • 32 patient-facing hours
  • 8 administrative hours (flexibly scheduled; many providers use one remote day)
• Flexible scheduling options:
  • 5×8-hour days or
  • Fewer, longer days (e.g., 4x10s), as long as one weekly evening session is included
• Patient volume: ~10-12 patients per 4-hour session (~20 per 8-hour day)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of primary care experience required
• Graduate of an accredited Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Nurse Practitioner program or certified Nurse Practitioner program
• Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner Certification
• Experience with EMR systems required; Epic familiarity preferred
• Excellent communication skills, especially with diverse populations and individuals with limited English proficiency
• Spanish or Portuguese fluency is a strong plus; bilingual/bicultural candidates preferred
• Ability to provide care for adolescents through adults or full-spectrum family medicine

Neighborhood Information

Living in this Western Boston neighborhood offers a blend of urban convenience and a strong sense of community, making it appealing to many residents. The area is home to a diverse population that includes students, young professionals, and multigenerational families, contributing to a lively and welcoming environment. With a long-standing commitment to community wellbeing and access to high-quality healthcare services-including specialty care, modern emergency care, and innovative treatments-this neighborhood provides both comfort and peace of mind for those who value nearby medical resources. Its mix of local amenities, cultural diversity, and strong neighborhood identity makes it a vibrant and convenient place to call home.

Apply today to find out more!