About the position
At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare—we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we offer comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—across our 13 clinics in the Denver Metro area. With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives—including your own—STRIDE is the place for you.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct health care services to patients in a school-based health center setting
- Offers clinical consultation and arranges referrals to other providers and clinical staff.
- Reviews lab and x-ray results of other providers patient care results.
- Prescribes medications to patients, including counseling patients regarding the proper use and contraindications of medications as well as detect and diagnose adverse drug reactions.
- Evaluates medical charts to determine appropriate patient care follow up and education regarding acute and chronic illnesses.
- Accurately and completely charts information regarding patient interactions into the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Participate in the STRIDE after-hours telephone call system.
- Attends all staff meetings and all other meetings as assigned.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and/or Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Colorado (APN or PA).
- Board certification.
- BLS Certification.
- Previous experience as a nurse practitioner/physician assistant in a clinical setting is preferred.
- Two years post licensing preferred. New graduates are encouraged to apply for future roles.
Nice-to-haves
- Demonstrated knowledge in pediatrics and/or family medicine.
- Ability to interact positively and build rapport with patients, coworkers and/or external contacts.
- Ability to demonstrate the capability to effectively and sensitively respond to the needs and concerns of the full range of STRIDE’s diverse patient population.
- Ability to work independently and organize work in a manner that ensures accuracy and efficiency.
- Ability to collaborate with other providers and clinical staff to develop continual quality improvement procedures.
- Ability to handle sensitive information ethically and responsibly.
- Ability to protect the confidentiality of patient, employee and business information.
- Skill in using a variety of computer software including but not limited to the internet and MS Office Products.
- Knowledge of and ability to work with electronic health records (EHR) system.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
- 401(k) with matching
- Work-life balance
- NHSC Loan Repayment
- Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME)
- No nights, weekends, or major holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more
