Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Job Description

*Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Full-Time)*
_La Junta, CO | In-Person | Monday through Thursday Schedule!_

Summit Health & Pain is excited to welcome a compassionate *Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant* to our La Junta clinic. We are a patient-centered practice committed to providing high-quality primary care and pain management services while building meaningful, long-term relationships with the patients and community we serve!

This is a wonderful opportunity for a provider who values connection, continuity of care, and truly making an impact. At Summit, you’ll be supported by a collaborative team that believes in thoughtful, comprehensive care and creating a positive work environment where providers can thrive.

Whether you’re looking to grow your clinical skills, settle into a close-knit community, or practice medicine the way it was meant to be practiced with time, compassion, and purpose, we would love to hear from you.

*Come be part of something meaningful in La Junta, where your care truly matters!*

*Key Responsibilities*

* Conduct thorough physical exams and health assessments
* Diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions
* Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including labs and imaging
* Develop, initiate, and manage individualized treatment plans
* Prescribe and manage medications in accordance with state regulations
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records (EHR)
* Educate patients and their families on diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive health strategies
* Coordinate care and refer to specialists or other healthcare providers when appropriate
* Stay up-to-date with current medical research and clinical best practices

*Qualifications*

* Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
* Active and unrestricted *Colorado state license* and relevant specialty certification
* Minimum of *2-4 years clinical experience*, preferably in primary care or pain management
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Compassionate, patient-focused, and adaptable
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals
* Excellent critical thinking and decision-making abilities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance

Work Location: In person