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Position Overview:
Helen Hunt Health Center is seeking a mission-driven Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate. In this role, you will work with PCHC established patients and with new patients in a same-day acute care setting. Same day care is defined as care that is urgent and/or problem focused which cannot wait until the patient can see their primary care provider.
Your team will include Helen Hunt Health Center’s outpatient Primary Care providers, other Care Team providers, Primary Care RNs, MAs, and other disciplines embedded in the practice but also include providers throughout the PCHC organization. The Care Plus provider will support increasing access to all patients by caring for new patients, seeking same-day care, and aid in seamless transitions of care during provider or service changes.
· Providers will not have a panel of patients but will focus on acute outpatient primary care same-day visits.
· Full -time 40 hours per week (4) 10 hr days.
· Providers will rotate between Acute Care Setting (new and existing patient 2 days) and Care Team (established patients only) in the same-day service setting at Helen Hunt Health Center as needed.
The successful candidate will be someone who thrives in dynamic environments and values collaboration and teamwork. They will gain satisfaction from delivering care with kindness, compassion, integrity, curiosity, and creativity. Must have an ability to adapt to changing circumstances while maintaining a focus on positive outcomes for both patients and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities:
· Collaborate with primary care providers (PCP) and nursing staff to support PCHC patients and new patients.
· Ensure access to same-day care for everyone, addressing immediate needs.
· Assist in the management of patients during transitions, such as when a PCP leaves the organization or during provider absences.
· Provide urgent/same day care for unpaneled patients until they are assigned a permanent provider.
· Support desktop management for PCPs to facilitate efficient care delivery.
· Uphold a patient-centered approach to care, prioritizing quality, and access.
Qualifications:
· Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician Assistant /Physician Associate* program.
· Current license to practice medicine as a Nurse Practitioner and/or Certified Physician Assistant in the State of Maine.
· Current DEA license.
· Will have up-to-date training and certification in Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute. Must obtain within 2 weeks if not current at hire.
· Minimum of one year of clinical experience is preferred.
*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.
About PCHC:
At Penobscot Community Health Care, we are committed to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered primary care through a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary approach. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that every patient receives the highest quality care, with a focus on accessibility and timely support. With 15 service locations providing a medical home for patients in multiple counties across Maine, we are proud to be the largest FQHC in the state.
Why Join PCHC?
At Penobscot Community Health Care, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and promotes a culture of excellence in delivering quality patient care. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
· Signing and relocation bonuses are available.
· Recently increased salary scale with yearly increases.
· Teaching Health Center with the ability to precept in the future if desired.
· Generous paid time off program, holiday pay, and more…yes, more.
· Paid CME time AND CME allowance.
Apply Today!
If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of patients and work in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Please reach out to Brittany Hill, Provider Recruiter at [email protected] or apply directly at pchc.com/careers.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Contact: [email protected]
Physician opportunities in Maine with PCHC
PCHC is the largest and most comprehensive FQHC in Maine and the 2nd largest in New England. Our outpatient primary care locations range throughout the Bangor Metro region from Bangor, Brewer, Old Town, Belfast and Jackman. Our focus in building our strong medical and dental home model is finding the right fit for the right person within our organization. PCHC is a great place for new physicians, as a teaching health center our providers and workforce value mentorship and teaching, and place an emphasis on supporting the next generation of health care providers.
Whichever practice you choose, PCHC can offer just the right opportunity for full or part-time physicians. Work with children and adolescents at Penobscot Pediatrics, the largest and most comprehensive Pediatrics practice in the region or focus on the Adult and Geriatric Population at the Adult Wellness Center or our Community Care and Geriatrics services. PCHC invites you to follow your passions and interests, care for some of the most vulnerable among our population and build a rewarding and career with us!
Why PCHC?
· Nationally recognized Federally Qualified Health Center offering an integrated Medical Home Model
· Fully integrated health care for the WHOLE PERSON of all ages with embedded Psychotherapy and Recovery Treatment, Podiatry, Nutrition, Primary Care Pharmacy and more under one roof
· Highly inventive, creative and dynamic programs and care models
· Engaged, supportive patient population
· Collegial professional atmosphere with informed leadership
· Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance
· Competitive compensation and generous benefits
· Medical student loan repayment & relocation assistance
Penobscot Community Health Care: a non-profit FQHC governed by a board of community volunteers and comprised of sixteen practices and program service sites in Central Maine. PCHC is recognized as a leading primary health care provider and teaching center – offering dental, family nurse practitioner and pharmacy residency programs alongside our integrated primary health services.
Bangor, Maine Metro Region: a historic, riverside area just an hour from Maine’s gorgeous Acadia National Park and Maine’s storied mid-coast region. Enjoy the amenities of a good-sized metro without the hassle – and be inspired by all of Maine’s natural beauty and resources at your doorstep! Bangor is Maine’s third largest city, with its own International airport. It’s a short drive 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 educational opportunities make this area highly desirable for professional families.
Our mission is front-and-center in everything we do; PCHC’s highly trained and dedicated teams of health professionals are a reflection of that. You will be working with motivated, caring individuals that have a passion to bring the highest level of patient-centered care to the community.
Curious, or interested to learn more? Apply today and ask for a full job description. PCHC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Curious, or interested to learn more? Apply today at https://bit.ly/3U9CXST! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing [email protected].
We are hiring! What’s it like to work at PCHC?
Find out in these two videos:
Email: [email protected]
207.992.9200
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Penobscot Community Health Care is seeking an experienced Board-certified Nurse Practitioner or *Physician Associate to join Helen Hunt Health Center in Old Town, Maine. 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.
Helen Hunt Health Center is a well-established, outpatient primary care practice in the heart of North-Central Maine. We offer a full range of services including primary care clinical pharmacy, care management, mental health, recovery, and laboratory —all under one roof! As part of one of the most innovative, forward-looking Federally Qualified Health Centers in the country, Helen Hunt Health Center has a great deal to offer a provider seeking a new role, including potential for future leadership opportunities – PCHC supports and encourages career progression!
*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?
Penobscot Community Health Care 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!
Helen Hunt Health Center is housed in a beautifully renovated, spacious 3-story 1903 brick school house rich with local history. A well-loved landmark that has been lovingly restored, the Helen Hunt building serves as a focal point for community health services just as it did for education over 100 years ago when it was a school serving local 4th and 5th grade students!
Old Town, Maine is a unique island community made up of several islands in the Penobscot and Stillwater Rivers conveniently accessed by several bridges. Just 10 minutes from downtown Bangor, AND 10 minutes from UMaine’s flagship campus in neighboring Orono, Old Town is a quaint community surrounded by acres of forest and pristine waters with more than 50 miles of rivers and streams accessible year-around. Greater Bangor, Maine is a historic, riverside region less than one hour from Maine’s gorgeous Acadia National Park and Maine’s storied mid-coast region. Enjoy the amenities of a good-sized metro without the hassle – and be inspired by all of Maine’s natural beauty and resources at your doorstep! Bangor is Maine’s third largest city, with its own international airport, making both domestic and international travel easy. It is a short drive to Boston (3 hrs.) and to Portland Maine’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 educational opportunities make this area highly desirable.
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 [email protected].
We are hiring! What’s it like to work at PCHC?
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Penobscot Community Health Care is seeking a BC/BE family medicine physician to join an established, fully integrated outpatient primary care practice in Old Town Maine. PCHC’s Mission to provide outstanding quality health care for everyone regardless of life circumstance is a driving force for our providers.
If you are energized by innovation and collaboration, have a passion for working with underserved populations, and if you are ready to find new and innovative ways to meet health care challenges, PCHC is right for you! We invite you to play a key role in increasing access to truly integrated outpatient primary health care services for all in this beautiful region of Maine!
Join PCHC’s nationally recognized non-profit organization:
Competitive Compensation and Generous, Comprehensive Benefits Package
Penobscot Community Health Care is a non-profit organization governed by a board of community volunteers. Comprised of seventeen practices and program service sites in the Greater Bangor area, PCHC has something to offer just about everyone. Our practices are located in Bangor, Brewer, Old Town, Winterport, Belfast, and Jackman, and include family medicine, dental, pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, and substance use disorder, specialty services, pharmacy, and both shelter and health care for the unhoused.
We lead with our hearts. PCHC’s 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!
Helen Hunt Health Center is housed in a beautifully renovated, spacious 3-story 1903 brick school house rich with local history. A well-loved landmark that has been lovingly restored, the Helen Hunt building serves as a focal point for community health services just as it did for education over 100 years ago when it was a school serving local 4th and 5th grade students!
Old Town, Maine is a unique island community made up of several islands in the Penobscot and Stillwater Rivers conveniently accessed by several bridges. Just 10 minutes from downtown Bangor, AND 10 minutes from UMaine’s flagship campus in neighboring Orono, Old Town is a quaint community surrounded by acres of forest and pristine waters with more than 50 miles of rivers and streams accessible year-around. Greater Bangor, Maine is a historic, riverside region less than one hour from Maine’s gorgeous Acadia National Park and Maine’s storied mid-coast region. Enjoy the amenities of a good-sized metro without the hassle – and be inspired by all of Maine’s natural beauty and resources at your doorstep! Bangor is Maine’s third largest city, with its own international airport, making both domestic and international travel easy. It is a short drive to Boston (3 hrs.) and to Portland Maine’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 educational opportunities make this area highly desirable.
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 [email protected].
We are hiring! What’s it like to work at PCHC?
Find out in these two videos:
Advanced Practice Providers - Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants - join Penobscot Community Health Care in Maine. PCHC will help you find just the right opportunity for you, with a variety of outpatient primary care opportunities to explore with us in Bangor, Old Town, Brewer, Belfast or Jackman. Get to know PCHC, meet our teams.
Are you looking to become a valued member of a care team that’s dedicated to patient-centered care, innovation and collaboration? PCHC serves the whole person, regardless of life circumstance, and PCHC is looking for health care professionals whose goals and passion for service align with ours.
Whether you are interested in working across the lifespan, specializing in Adult Medicine, Pediatrics, Geriatrics or Home Health Care, Mental Health or Rehabilitation, PCHC has 17 practice sites and service locations to choose from – and we are growing! Whether you prefer large or small practices, an established panel or same-day acute outpatient primary care visits, the care environments at PCHC are patient-centered and provider led!
Join PCHC’s nationally recognized non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center is one of the largest in New England!
· PCHC offers highly innovative programs and career options
· Positions are planned for full-time, 40 hours but part time options may be available, depending on clinic
· Clinic hours are generally 7:30 a.m. - 5:-00 p.m.
· Limited hybrid telehealth options available
· Four-or-five-day work week options available, depending on clinic
· Very manageable shared primary care call requirement - about one week per year
· No scheduled weekends
Why PCHC?
· Engaged and supportive patient population
· Informed leadership and superb support services staff
· Competitive compensation and benefits including 403B Retirement, relocation and student loan assistance
· Provide comprehensive, integrated primary health care services for all, regardless of one's background or circumstances
· Support and believe in our Mission
· Work with a team that achieves the highest level of recognition as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) year after year.
· Enjoy the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of not only your patients, but the communities we live in...every day.
Penobscot Community Health Care: is a non-profit organization governed by a board of community volunteers. PCHC is comprised of seventeen practices and program service sites in the Greater Bangor area, in Old Town, Belfast and Jackman. We offer a wide range of services including family medicine, dental, pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health and substance abuse, specialty services, pharmacy and both shelter and healthcare for the homeless. Our integrated medical home model supports our mission and vision in which everyone has access to quality, cost effective health care. Our 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.
Greater Bangor, Maine: Live and work in a historic, riverside city just half-an-hour from Maine’s gorgeous Acadia National park and Maine’s storied mid-coast region. Enjoy the amenities of a good-sized metro without the hassle – and be inspired by all of Maine’s natural beauty and resources at your doorstep! Bangor is Maine’s third largest city, with its own International airport. It’s a short drive to Boston (3.5 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 educational opportunities make the Greater Bangor Region highly desirable for professional families.
Curious, or interested to learn more? Apply today at https://bit.ly/3U2rXGW You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing [email protected].
We are hiring! What’s it like to work at PCHC?
Find out in these two videos:
Contact: Jamie L. Grant, Provider Recruiter
207.992.9200 / [email protected]
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Competitive, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage
Optional elective benefits (employee paid) available include:
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness
Identity Theft Protection
Fraud Remediation and Restoration
Pet Insurance
403B Retirement with up to 2 PM match
Generous PTO, CME leave time plus
11 Recognized Holidays
Loan Repayment Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Sign On Bonus
Employee Assistance Program - assessment, referral, legal, financial, work-life benefits and resources
Employee Relief Assistance Program
Negotiated Employee Discounts - cell phone companies, gym memberships, daycare services, oil companies and more.
Visa Applicants welcome to apply
Competitive, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage
Optional elective benefits (employee paid) available include:
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness
Identity Theft Protection
Fraud Remediation and Restoration
Pet Insurance
403B Retirement with up to 2 PM match
Generous PTO, CME leave time plus
11 Recognized Holidays
Loan Repayment Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Sign On Bonus
Employee Assistance Program - assessment, referral, legal, financial, work-life benefits and resources
Employee Relief Assistance Program
Negotiated Employee Discounts - cell phone companies, gym memberships, daycare services, oil companies and more.
FTCA Malpractice and tail coverage
Visa Applicants welcome to apply
Competitive, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage
Optional elective benefits (employee paid) available include:
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness
Identity Theft Protection
Fraud Remediation and Restoration
Pet Insurance
403B Retirement with up to 2 PM match
Generous PTO, CME leave time plus
11 Recognized Holidays
Loan Repayment Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Sign On Bonus
Employee Assistance Program - assessment, referral, legal, financial, work-life benefits and resources
Employee Relief Assistance Program
Negotiated Employee Discounts - cell phone companies, gym memberships, daycare services, oil companies and more.
Visa Applicants welcome to apply
Competitive, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage
Optional elective benefits (employee paid) available include:
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness
Identity Theft Protection
Fraud Remediation and Restoration
Pet Insurance
403B Retirement with up to 2 PM match
Generous PTO, CME leave time plus
11 Recognized Holidays
Loan Repayment Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Sign On Bonus
Employee Assistance Program - assessment, referral, legal, financial, work-life benefits and resources
Employee Relief Assistance Program
Negotiated Employee Discounts - cell phone companies, gym memberships, daycare services, oil companies and more.
Visa Applicants welcome to apply
Competitive, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage
Optional elective benefits (employee paid) available include:
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness
Identity Theft Protection
Fraud Remediation and Restoration
Pet Insurance
403B Retirement with up to 2 PM match
Generous PTO, CME leave time plus
11 Recognized Holidays
Loan Repayment Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Sign On Bonus
Employee Assistance Program - assessment, referral, legal, financial, work-life benefits and resources
Employee Relief Assistance Program
Negotiated Employee Discounts - cell phone companies, gym memberships, daycare services, oil companies and more.
Visa Applicants welcome to apply
Federally Qualified Health Centers participate in the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program. Clinicians who serve at least two years full-time at an FQHC can receive up to $75,000 in tax-free loan repayment (or up to $100,000 in some Substance Use Disorder Workforce categories). Half-time service is also eligible at a reduced award. Eligibility extends to NPs, PAs, CNMs, CRNAs, and physicians with qualifying education debt.
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