Commonwealth Medical Services·Houlton, Maine
The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will provide high-quality health care and emergency treatment, including health promotion, disease prevention, and management of health concerns within their scope of practice. Responsibilities also involve maintaining accurate patient records, diagnosing and treating common conditions, and collaborating with other healthcare providers.
Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Job DescriptionPosition Summary The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will provide high-quality health care and emergency treatment to patients. This includes health promotion, disease and disability prevention, identification and management of health concerns, and coordination of referrals. The provider will practice within the scope of their licensure and, when applicable, under appropriate supervision as defined by state regulations.
Candidates must graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program, with a master's degree preferred, and hold current national certification and state licensure. Required qualifications include strong communication, analytical, and observational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to travel between clinical sites.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Maine often draw steady demand in primary care, specialty clinics, and community health settings, especially where providers support access in rural areas. These positions are competitive because employers typically want Maine APRN and NP certification, and may prefer prior experience even when new graduates are considered. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your state board credentials and tailor your application to any population or setting experience you have.