El Rio Community Health Center·Payson, Arizona
Provide primary care services to a close-knit community in Payson, Arizona, practicing at the top of the license. Manage patient relationships within a patient-centered medical home and utilize AI scribing and dictation tools.
Where Career Fulfillment and Work-Life Integration Meet Outdoor Adventure in Northern Arizona Practice with purpose while enjoying mountain living in Payson, Arizona.
Providers here have the opportunity to make a real impact by serving a close‑knit community while practicing at the top of their license.
With high patient demand, strong professional autonomy, and rewarding patient relationships, this is meaningful medicine at its best.
Outside of work, enjoy cooler temperatures, pine forests, outdoor adventure, and short commutes—all just 90 minutes from Phoenix.
Payson offers the work–life balance, lifestyle, and community connection many clinicians are seeking.
Compensation and Benefits: We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that features a starting base salary of $115,000 annually, complemented by an initial sign-on bonus and a location-based stipend.
Comprehensive benefits package including, providing new employees with 30 days paid time off and 9 paid holidays in their first year of employment, which continues to increase with tenure With a HPSA score of 21 you may qualify for various loan repayment programs Federal Tort Malpractice and Tail End Coverage Paid license and DEA CME funds and time-off package Work life balance through flexible and alternative work schedules Benefit from AI scribes, Epic Superuser support and Dragon Speak dictation devices Benefit from patient-centered medical home and various outreach services To become a part of our dedicated clinical team, you need the following qualifications: Minimum of 2 years’ of experience Must have National Certification Hold or be eligible to obtain an Arizona License and DEA Prefer working at an FQHC, CHC, or PCMH facility For more information, contact providerrecruitment@elkridge.org.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices to perform the essential functions of the job.
Elk Ridge Community Health does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
Elk Ridge Community Health requires all AZ employees to have a Level One Fingerprint Clearance card.
A.R.S.
36.425.03.
New hires and transfers must submit their fingerprint clearance card or fingerprint receipt before their hire date or transfer date.
Level One (1) Non-IVP Fingerprint Clearance card must be received within 30 days after the new employee hire date or transfer date.
All employees are strongly recommended to obtain and maintain vaccination status (i.e., as recommended by CDC and/or other public health agencies) to include an Influenza vaccination. Subject to exemptions and accommodations when required by law. (Policy: Adm-016 & Adm-045).
All employees are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal and State regulations for alcohol and controlled substance testing. Employees in positions holding responsibility for the safety and welfare of others will also be classified as safety sensitive.
Elk Ridge Community Health is a non-profit 501(c)(3) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and abides by all applicable federal Drug-Free Workplace standards. Elk Ridge Community Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience, national certification, and an Arizona license and DEA. Preference is given to candidates with experience in FQHC, CHC, or PCMH facilities.
Market context
Family medicine Nurse Practitioner roles in Arizona often draw steady interest because clinics need experienced providers who can manage primary care access and continuity. This position is competitive for candidates with national certification, an Arizona license, DEA registration, and experience in FQHC, CHC, or PCMH settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight outpatient primary care and community health experience.
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