Innovative Primary Care Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, Portland, OR Job at Praxis Health, Portland, OR

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  • Praxis Health
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

Job Description:
Transform Healthcare: Family Practice or Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Beaverton, Cedar Hills Area)

Are you ready to break free from the traditional fee-for-service grind and lead the charge in redefining healthcare? We’re seeking an innovative, tech-savvy Provider to partner in launching a groundbreaking clinic focused on value-based care and patient-centered outcomes.

Who This Role Is For
This position is ideal for an ambitious, tech savvy and energetic Provider who is passionate about creating meaningful change in team-based environment. The opportunity to shape a transformative clinic promises high professional and personal rewards. This clinic offers a balanced approach to care, shifting away from the every-20-minute visit model. While it’s a hardworking environment, the focus extends beyond direct patient care to include meaningful team collaboration and innovative approaches to delivering high-quality, low-cost patent centered care.

About This Role
This position will help us navigate away from operating solely in a fee for service model. We are committed to moving away from the traditional fee-for-service approach to embrace a more sustainable and value-driven framework. The physician will receive a competitive base salary, complemented by incentive pay tied to performance metrics in value-based care, rewarding high-quality and patient-centered outcomes.

Compensation Package Highlights:

Base Salary: $150,000
Relocation Assistance/ Loan Repayment/ Sign-On Bonus

Team & Culture

Join a strongly resourced interdisciplinary care team of a Physician, Advanced Practice Providers, Complex Care Manager RNs, Behavioral Health Clinicians, Pharmacist, and Medical Assistants
Engage in a collaborative and innovative work environment that values teamwork and patient-focused care
Join a clinic ranked highest in employee satisfaction within the Praxis network, reflecting a supportive and rewarding workplace

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

4.5 days/week with built in time for administrative needs and interdisciplinary team meetings
No nights, weekends, holidays or take-home work

Patient Care Approach

Flexible patient volume & customized appointment times, focusing on comprehensive, high-quality care
Move away from restrictive 20-minute appointment slots—spend the time needed to truly care for your patients
Deliver comprehensive care, focusing on preventive health, chronic disease management, and patient satisfaction

Collaborative work environment focused on meaningful patient interactions

Portland, Oregon:
The city of Portland sits on the Columbia and Willamette rivers, in the shadow of snow-capped Mount Hood. It’s known for its parks, bridges and bicycle paths, as well as for iecoeco-friendliness and its microbreweries and coffeehouses. Iconic Washington Park encompasses sites from the formal Japanese Garden to Oregon Zoo and its railway. The city hosts thriving art, theater and music scenes. Nearby is Oregon’s gorgeous wine country and skiing at Mt. Hood. Coastal beach resorts are about an hour away.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Qualifications & Abilities:

Currently licensed Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
Required: 2 years experience as a licensed Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) within an out-patient Primary Care clinic or value-based care (VBC) system
Required: Passion for Primary Care
Preferred: 3+ years experience as a licensed Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) within an out-patient Primary Care clinic or value-based care (VBC) system
Clinical competency and expertise in caring for Primary Care patients
Strong understanding of examination methodologies and diagnostics
Knowledge of common medication, side effects and contraindications
In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Respect for patient's confidentiality
Compassionate and approachable
Responsible and trustworthy
Attend work regularly and on time

Qualifications Needed:

Valid Oregon License.
Demonstrated care team delivery model experience.
Proven ability to think creatively and drive innovative solutions in a clinical environment.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to navigate the occasional lack of clarity related to building a modern healthcare delivery system in partnership with the payer.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with value-based care models or alternative payment systems.
Familiarity with the use of health technologies (e.g., telemedicine, patient engagement platforms, AI).
Strong track record of enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes (as evidenced by these examples: HEDIS, RAF, NPS scores).
About Us:

Praxis Health is the Pacific Northwest’s leading independent healthcare network, providing the highest levels of individualized patient care. We are not big-box health care, rather a family of 33 primary care and specialty clinics throughout Oregon, Washington and Idaho. Providing a small clinic environment, uncommon provider autonomy, and an umbrella of administrative support services, it’s the best of all worlds.

With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care, which all starts with putting patients and families at the forefront. Our efforts focus not only on providing exceptional patient care, but also on the wellness services and community outreach that engage and empower the people we serve to take charge of their health. All delivered by a team of mission driven physicians, employees and administrators – the best minds and the biggest hearts – to help ensure the safest, highest quality of care for all.

For more information about Praxis Health, please click here:

General Physical Requirements:

Work Intensity

Fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and quick decision-making across clinical, operational, and administrative responsibilities.
Consistent engagement with a variety of stakeholders, from patients to team members and external partners.

Physical Presence

Regular, in-person presence at the clinic to lead by example and maintain high levels of visibility and accessibility for staff and patients.
Periods of standing, walking, and interacting with patients and staff throughout the day.

Emotional and Mental Resilience

High emotional intelligence to manage complex patient needs, support team morale, and navigate challenges with grace.
Equal Opportunity Statement:

EOE Disabled/Veteran

Praxis Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Local area, Relocation package, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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