Senior Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) – University Health Services

Tufts University•Somerville, MA

About The Position

Serving a diverse student body of approximately 7,500 undergraduate and graduate students, Tufts University Health Service supports the educational mission of Tufts University by providing accessible and high-quality health care for a diverse student population. Tufts Health Service provides acute care and primary care for undergraduate and graduate students on the Medford/Somerville and SMFA campuses. We are committed to helping students maintain physical, psychological, and social health. Health Service provides a safe and welcoming environment which is inclusive and culturally informed. We are a team with an ongoing focus on deepening our understanding of the intersectional identities of all members of our community. Our values are confidentiality, respect for diversity, promotion of wellness, and continuous professional growth. Advanced practice clinicians work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to meet the healthcare needs of students, including evaluation and management of acute and chronic conditions, disease prevention and health promotion, and the full spectrum of routine primary care. The Senior Advanced Practice Clinician (APC), reporting to the Medical Director of University Health Services, provides primary and episodic care to undergraduate and graduate students as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical team. This role also includes leadership responsibilities, supervising 3–5 clinical staff and supporting per diem clinicians, while contributing to high‑quality, inclusive, student‑centered healthcare.

Requirements

Master’s or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate/Assistant (PA).
Licensed or license‑eligible to practice in Massachusetts.
Certified or eligible for certification by the relevant credentialing board.
5+ years of clinical experience in an ambulatory primary care setting.
Experience serving diverse patient populations, including individuals of different ethnicities and immigration histories.
Demonstrated commitment to addressing the impact of racial trauma and racism in healthcare.
Experience and training in meeting the healthcare needs of LGBTQ+ populations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a university health setting strongly preferred.
Experience supporting traditionally medically underserved communities, including communities of color; persons with diverse gender identities; persons with neurodivergence; international students; and first‑generation students, is strongly preferred.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Provide primary care for adolescent and young adult student populations.
Evaluate and manage acute illness and injuries, including respiratory symptoms (e.g., influenza, COVID‑19).
Conduct depression screenings and coordinate referrals to mental health services.
Deliver comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care, including STI evaluation/treatment, HIV prevention, and early pregnancy counseling.
Provide gender‑affirming healthcare for trans and non‑binary students.
Participate in rotation providing backup coverage for the 24/7 nurse triage service.
Document care, scheduling, and secure communication in the electronic medical record per Health Service policy.
Provide after‑visit follow‑up including test result communication, prior authorizations, and responding to student calls and messages.
Communicate and coordinate with campus partners (Student Support, StAAR Center, Athletics/Sports Medicine, Dean of Students), as well as families/guardians and external medical providers when requested by students.
Participate in regular clinical team meetings and all‑staff meetings.
Participate in university committees and student health working groups as assigned by the Medical Director.
Assist the Medical Director and Health Service leadership team in quality improvement work and in drafting clinical and administrative policies and procedures.
Supervise 3–5 staff members, including APCs; support per diem clinicians and a registered dietician.
Participate in hiring, training, performance evaluations, and professional development.
Engage with the student community on wellness‑related topics.
Participate in professional development related to student health and/or healthcare leadership.