Ellis Medicine is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our integrated primary care team serving both Ellis Primary Care at Nott Street and State Street Mental Health Primary Care in Schenectady, New York. This unique opportunity offers the ability to provide comprehensive primary care across two outpatient settings while supporting Ellis Medicine’s commitment to integrated, whole-person care.
The provider will care for patients across the lifespan in a traditional primary care setting while also providing medical care to individuals receiving behavioral health services. This collaborative model promotes access to primary care, improves management of chronic medical conditions, and supports coordination between medical and behavioral health providers. Position Highlights Full-time outpatient position Split between two Ellis Medicine practices: 0.40 FTE (16 hours/week) at Ellis Primary Care at Nott Street 0.60 FTE (24 hours/week) at State Street Mental Health Primary Care Comprehensive family medicine services in an established outpatient setting Integrated primary care services for individuals receiving behavioral health treatment Opportunity to provide whole-person care across medical and behavioral health needs Collaborative, interdisciplinary care environment Established patient populations with strong community need No inpatient responsibilities Supportive physician and administrative leadership Access to Ellis Medicine’s broad network of specialty and hospital services Clinical Responsibilities The Family Medicine NP or PA will provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services across both practice locations, including: Delivering preventive, acute, and chronic medical care Performing comprehensive health assessments and physical examinations Providing annual wellness visits and age-appropriate preventive care Diagnosing and treating acute illnesses and injuries Managing chronic medical conditions and developing individualized treatment plans Providing pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric primary care at Ellis Primary Care at Nott Street Providing routine medical care to patients receiving behavioral health services at State Street Mental Health Primary Care Providing immunizations and recommended health screenings Providing health education, wellness counseling, and lifestyle modification guidance Monitoring medical conditions and medications in collaboration with behavioral health providers when appropriate Coordinating care with physicians, behavioral health professionals, specialists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team Supporting improved access to primary care for patients with complex medical and behavioral health needs Qualifications Current NP or PA certification Licensed (or eligible) to practice in New York State Experience in family medicine, primary care, or an outpatient setting required Experience caring for patients with behavioral health needs is preferred but not required Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Strong communication, clinical, and interpersonal skills Commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care Recruitment Package Ellis Medicine offers a competitive recruitment package designed to support your professional and personal transition to our organization, including: Competitive Salary of $136,842 with the ability to earn additional compensation through productivity The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and does not include productivity bonuses incentives related to quality and performance, extra shift incentives, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position.
Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above. CME allowance and dedicated CME time Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits Retirement savings plan Professional liability/malpractice coverage including post-employment tail coverage Loan Repayment: Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program Why Ellis Medicine?
Ellis Medicine is a leading community healthcare system serving patients throughout New York’s Capital Region. Our organization brings together comprehensive hospital services, primary and specialty care, behavioral health services, and community-based programs to meet the evolving needs of the patients we serve. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a collaborative care model that recognizes the connection between physical and behavioral health.
By working across both traditional primary care and behavioral health settings, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and make a lasting impact on the health of our community. Join Our Team If you are an experienced Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking for an opportunity to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care while participating in an innovative integrated primary care model, we invite you to join Ellis Medicine.
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