Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Associate (PA) – Primary
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Job Description
Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Associate (PA) – Primary Care
- Portsmouth, New Hampshire
- Greater Seacoast Community Health (GSCH)
- Full-Time
- Exempt Position
- Compensation based on license type, experience, and qualifications
Practice with Purpose. Care for Community. Thrive with a Team.
Greater Seacoast Community Health is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Associate (PA) to join our mission-driven Primary Care team in Portsmouth, NH.
This is an opportunity to practice meaningful, patient-centered medicine in a supportive community health environment where providers are empowered to build lasting patient relationships while working alongside an integrated multidisciplinary care team.
At GSCH, we believe healthcare should be accessible, compassionate, and community-focused — and we’re looking for providers who share that vision.
Why Join GSCH?
Mission-Driven Care
Help improve access to high-quality healthcare for individuals and families across the Seacoast region regardless of ability to pay.
Collaborative Team Environment
Work alongside experienced providers, behavioral health professionals, care coordinators, dental teams, social services, and support staff who truly work together to care for the whole patient.
Professional Growth
Participate In
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Collaborative care planning
- Clinical protocol development
- Team-based healthcare innovation
What You’ll Do
As an Advanced Practice Provider at GSCH, you will:
- Provide comprehensive primary care services across the lifespan
- Perform preventive health exams, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care
- Manage acute and chronic medical conditions
- Coordinate care and referrals with internal and external providers
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Document patient care accurately within the EHR system
- Participate in provider meetings, quality initiatives, and clinical collaboration activities
- Deliver care with professionalism, compassion, and respect
Minimum Qualifications
APRN Candidates Must Have
- Current NH RN and APRN licensure
- Board Certification through ANCC and/or AANP
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience practicing as a Nurse Practitioner Required
- Current DEA registration
- Current BLS certification (ACLS/PALS preferred)
PA Candidates Must Have
- Current NH Physician Associate license
- NCCPA Certification
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience practicing as a Physician Associate Required
- Current DEA registration
- Current BLS certification (ACLS/PALS preferred)
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking providers who are:
- Compassionate and patient-focused
- Team-oriented and collaborative
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced outpatient setting
- Passionate about community health and accessible care
- Adaptable, professional, and solution-oriented
Experience In
- Primary Care
- Community Health
- Family Medicine
- FQHC environments is highly valued, but mission alignment and strong patient care skills are equally important.
About Greater Seacoast Community Health
Greater Seacoast Community Health is a nonprofit network of community health centers serving individuals and families throughout New Hampshire and Southern Maine.
Our integrated services include:
- Primary Care
- Behavioral Health
- Dental Care
- Prenatal Services
- Family Support Programs
- Substance Use Services
Our Mission
To deliver innovative, compassionate, integrated health services accessible to all — regardless of ability to pay.
Join a Team That Makes a Difference Every Day
If you’re looking for a provider role where you can build meaningful patient relationships, collaborate with an exceptional care team, and make a lasting impact in your community — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply at GetCommunityHealth.org Careers
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive primary care services across the lifespan, including preventive exams, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic conditions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated, community-focused healthcare and document patient care within the EHR system.
Requirements
Candidates must be a licensed APRN or PA in New Hampshire with board certification (ANCC/AANP or NCCPA) and a current DEA registration. A minimum of 3–5 years of experience practicing as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Associate (PA) – Primary at GREATER SEACOAST COMMUNITY HEALTH a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Primary Care (NP) — ranked against 1,090 active Primary Care (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Primary Care — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 60% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
Primary Care pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 25% in primary care (np) | ranked against 1,090 Primary Care (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Primary Care median $138k (middle half $129k–$159k)290 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | New Hampshire index 104.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 30% remote · 60% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Primary Care pay trend | −3.3% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Location & Logistics
New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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