Commonwealth Medical Services·The Dalles, Oregon
The role involves providing primary care through in-office visits, telehealth, and same-day appointments, focusing on comprehensive evaluations and managing acute and chronic conditions. Responsibilities also include developing individualized treatment plans using lifestyle medicine, supplements, and prescriptions, while educating patients on functional medicine principles.
Primary Care Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant We are seeking a passionate Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide personalized, integrative primary care that blends traditional and functional medicine. This role focuses on identifying root causes of illness and empowering patients to achieve optimal health through comprehensive, patient-centered care.
Compensation: Guaranteed salary with earning potential of $300,000+
Excellent work-life balance – no nights or weekends; minimal phone-only call (1 week/year) Strong clinical and administrative support, including dedicated MA and documentation assistance Ongoing functional medicine training and professional development opportunities Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance) 401(k) with 4% company match Up to 4 weeks PTO Malpractice insurance coverage Key Responsibilities Provide primary care via in-office visits, telehealth, and occasional same-day appointments Conduct comprehensive evaluations, order and interpret labs/imaging, and manage acute and chronic conditions Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating lifestyle medicine, supplements, hormone therapy, and prescriptions as appropriate Educate patients on preventive and functional medicine principles Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team Maintain timely and compliant EHR documentation
Active Oregon NP or PA license (or eligibility to obtain) Board certification in Family or Internal Medicine (or applicable specialty) Minimum 2 years of clinical experience preferred Interest in preventive, functional, and lifestyle medicine Strong communication and teamwork skills EHR proficiency (NextGen experience preferred)
Candidates must possess an active Oregon Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license, or eligibility to obtain one, along with board certification in Family or Internal Medicine or an applicable specialty. A minimum of two years of clinical experience is preferred, alongside a strong interest in preventive, functional, and lifestyle medicine.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Oregon are often driven by ongoing demand in primary care, specialty care, and outpatient settings, especially for clinicians who can work across patient populations. These positions are competitive because employers commonly want an active Oregon PA or NP license, plus quick completion of DOT certification and DEA licensure after hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure timeline and certification readiness before applying.
