PA/NP Opening in California

**PA/NP Opening in California** Santa Cruz, CA (Near San Jose/San Francisco) - Full Time or Part time Permanent Position - Some Pediatric experience required - Spanish Required We are seeking Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners (part-time or full-time) to join our growing team The health centers are situated on the Monterey Bay, close to Silicon Valley and an hours drive from the San Francisco Bay Area. Santa Cruz is not only a place, its a lifestyle. With our strong surf culture, enticing State Parks and Beaches, conscientious living and a Mediterranean climate, Santa Cruz offers endless opportunities for you and your family. Santa Cruz Community Health Centers mid-level providers provide comprehensive services, including preventive health, chronic care, pediatric care, reproductive health and urgent care services. Mid-levels work with a Care Team in a patient centered medical home structure. Santa Cruz County residents enjoy an abundance of outdoor activities, arts and culture, and diverse educational opportunities. Fertile Central Coast farmland offers fresh, local, organic produce through farmers markets nearly every day of the week. The community attracts and hosts an eclectic array of cultural happenings. Creativity and individuality thrive here. Stimulating educational opportunities are available at the University of California Santa Cruz, Cabrillo College and top-rated public schools. What We Offer: Progressive, collaborative, patient-focused work environment No on-call or hospital duties Competitive salary and benefits package A team dedicated to providing high quality Family Health, Pediatric and Integrated Behavioral Health services Flexible work schedule Clinical support team in Patient-Centered Medical Home model, including Nursing support and Integrated Behavioral Health Focus on quality improvement, practice innovation and data-driven primary care Supportive, collaborative staff Qualifications: Must be a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensed and in good standing in the State of California Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred Ability to work some evenings and Saturdays Experience with Electronic Health Records, preferred Experience in community health center or medically underserved setting, preferred Commitment to preventive care and empowering patients to make informed health care decisions Salary/Benefits: Competitive salary based on skills and experience. As an approved NHSC site, Providers may be eligible for a Federal Loan Repayment Program. Competitive benefits package. Paid time off and paid holidays accrue from date of hire. Employer subsidized group health, dental, vision and life insurance plans after 30 days of employment with a satisfactory review. Employer sponsored 2% retirement match.