Open Door Community Health Centers·McKinleyville, California
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant assesses and evaluates patient healthcare needs and performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. They are responsible for instituting and managing patient care within an integrated, team-based primary care model.
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At Open Door Community Health Centers, we provide every patient with compassionate, whole-person care through our Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health, and Pharmacy services across California's North Coast. We are looking for a Primary Care Physician to join our integrated care team at McKinleyville CHC, in McKinleyville, California.
McKinleyville Community Health Center – Open Door Community Health Centers [https://opendoorhealth.com/locations/mckinleyville-community-health-center/]
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant assesses and evaluates the health care needs of patients, performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, institutes and manages care for patients, and performs related work as assigned.
McKinleyville, CA
Located in one of the largest communities in Humboldt County, McKinleyville offers a unique blend of rural and residential living with close proximity to coastal bluffs, the Mad River, and outdoor recreation. With strong community engagement and easy access to regional travel through the nearby airport, this site offers providers the opportunity to practice collaborative, relationship-centered care within a team-based model while serving a diverse and underserved population. Providers build meaningful, ongoing relationships with patients, supporting continuity and access to care across the community.
Education & Experience
Diploma from an accredited program with credentialing through the American Nurses Association or Physician Assistant Association
Required Licensure & Certifications
$148,627.20 to 168,553.60
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Candidates must have a diploma from an accredited program and hold a current, unrestricted California license. Required certifications include DEA registration, Board Certification in the specialty of practice, CPR/BLS, and a valid California driver's license.
Market context
In California, physician openings are typically driven by ongoing demand across large health systems, outpatient groups, and specialty practices, with competition shaped by board eligibility, licensure, and specialty fit. For this role category, candidates are often compared on clinical experience, communication skills, and readiness to work within team-based care. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. Review the CPT and BLS requirements carefully and confirm your experience aligns with the listed laboratory and acute-care expectations before applying.
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