What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider position at Family Health Care?
Big Rapids is where education, industry, art, and nature’s beauty come together. Located in the West Central portion of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, Big Rapids is home to Ferris State University. The community also has a robust industrial base, and Big Rapids High School was recognized as a “Top American High School” by Newsweek and among the top ten percent of schools in the nation by US News and World Report. Big Rapids boasts over 250 acres of dedicated parkland, more than 100 lakes, the Muskegon River, award-winning golf courses, endless trails, breweries, and wineries. The historic downtown district features shops, businesses, and restaurants. Big Rapids is located less than an hour north of Grand Rapids.
About Family Health Care
Family Health Care is a Federally Qualified Health Center located in West Central Michigan. Founded in 1967 as one of the first community health centers in the nation, we provide medical, dental, laboratory, radiology, behavioral health care, vision, and retail pharmacy services at six main offices located in Baldwin, Big Rapids, Cadillac, Grant, McBain and White Cloud.
Our Mission:
To provide quality, integrated and comprehensive health care services that are accessible to all.
Our Vision:
Family Health Care is the health provider and employer of choice in the communities we serve, providing 100% access to care and achieving 0% health disparities.
Why Family Health Care?
- 4 or 5-day work week
- Minimal on-call schedule
- Generous administrative time (4 hours weekly)
- Realistic productivity standards (2 patients per hour)
- Eligible for up to $75,000 in loan repayment through NHSC for two years, and $20,000 each subsequent year.
- Eligible for up to $300,000 in loan repayment through MSLRP over ten years.
- Retention bonuses paid quarterly
- CME paid time off and stipend
- Paired medical assistant
- Federal malpractice coverage provided by employer
- RN case manager as part of your team
- Behavioral health therapists onsite for integrated care
- Clinical pharmacist to assist with medication review, interactions, and education
Experience Requirements:
- Prior experience as Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant preferred, but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.
- Must be licensed and willing to treat patients of all ages
Certificate/License Requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited school for Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
- State of Michigan Medical License
- State of Michigan Controlled Substance License
- Federal DEA License
- Board Certified
Benefits: Full Benefits Package including Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401(k), PTO
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Family Health Care credentialing process.
Family Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $20,000 - $94,000
