Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)Primary Care / Family MedicineUPMC - Northern Potter & Westfield Health Centers
UPMC Cole Medical Group is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (PA or CRNP) to join our rural Primary Care team serving the Northern Potter and Westfield communities. This is a great opportunity to practice meaningful, relationship-based medicine in a 100% outpatient setting with a strong focus on continuity of care and community impact.
Schedule & Work-Life Balance
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Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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Rotating on-call schedule
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No major holidays
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No inpatient, hospital, or OR responsibilities
Compensation & Incentives
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Competitive salary based on experience
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Sign-on bonus available
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Production incentive based on wRVU
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Potential to earn 5% of base salary in quality & citizenship incentive
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CME: 5 days & $3,000 annually
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Generous time off - 46 working weeks/year; all other time is for PTO & UPMC observed holidays
Locations
Why This Role Stands Out
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Practice true primary care in a close-knit rural community
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Build long-term relationships with patients and families
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Work in a supportive, team-based environment
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Enjoy a schedule that supports work-life balance
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Focus on patient care without hospital responsibilities
What You'll Do
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Provide comprehensive primary care using evidence-based practice
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Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions
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Develop personalized care plans focused on quality outcomes and patient satisfaction
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Educate patients and families to support long-term health
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Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure coordinated care
What We're Looking For
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Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
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Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
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Interest in rural health and community-focused care
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Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and patient-centered care
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Knowledge of growth and development principles
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Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care across the lifespan
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Ability to assess patient data and deliver care per departmental policies
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Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
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Physical stamina and dexterity required for direct patient care
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Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, where applicable.
Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances:
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Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)
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Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program
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BSN required; MSN preferred
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Pennsylvania RN license and CRNP certification
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Physician Assistant (PA)
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Graduation from an ARC‑PA-accredited Physician Assistant program
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Bachelor's or master's degree preferred
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Pennsylvania PA license and NCCPA certification
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Required for All APP Candidates
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CPR certification -
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CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
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Successful completion of Pennsylvania clearances:
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Act 33
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Act 34
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Act 73
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
