Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Full Time

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Family Medicine team in Fall River, Massachusetts. This is a full-time, weekday-only position with no nights or weekends—ideal for a provider seeking work-life balance while making a meaningful impact in a diverse community.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive primary care across the lifespan, including preventive, acute, and chronic disease management
  • Conduct physical exams, obtain medical histories, and order and interpret diagnostic tests
  • Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians and the healthcare team
  • Educate patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-management
  • Document all patient interactions accurately and in a timely manner using an electronic medical record system
  • Participate in quality improvement and team-based care initiatives

Schedule: Full-time position: 4–5 days per week, Monday through Friday, No nights, weekends, or on-call responsibilities


Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive salary range: $120,000 – $140,000
  • Comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
  • Health insurance
  • Malpractice coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • CME allowance
  • Paid vacation time

Requirements:

  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
  • Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
  • Current and valid DEA certificate and Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration
  • Board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Minimum of 1–2 years of primary care experience preferred
  • Fluency in Portuguese is particularly valuable due to the needs of the patient population
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills

About Fall River, MA: Fall River is a historic and culturally rich community located on Massachusetts’ South Coast. With easy access to Providence, Boston, and Cape Cod, Fall River offers affordable living, scenic coastal views, and a welcoming, multilingual population—making it an ideal place for both personal and professional growth.