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Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.

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This position will remain open until filled. Application reviews will occur weekly. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time.

Please Note: The application deadline may be extended to expand the pool of qualified candidates. Any recruitment timeline changes will be communicated to all who have initiated an application process or have submitted an application.

Hourly Pay Range: $67.593044 - $86.001866

• After six (6) months of satisfactory employment, employees are eligible for a 3.5% merit increase.
• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals (see full details below).
• Employer-paid CME funds and dedicated paid time for continuing medical education and professional development.

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner passionate about healthcare who is committed to working in a collaborative, team-based environment to join Clackamas County's Health clinic teams at our Sandy Health Clinic!

Clackamas Health Centers (CHC) provides fully integrated care to its patients in a dynamic, team-based environment. Our team of primary care providers are supported by a strong team of RNs, pharmacists (dispensing and clinical), behavioral health providers (including a strong primary care based MAT team), and dentists. We are looking for a family nurse practitioner passionate about caring for the underserved at our Sandy clinic. This position is a growth role- in other words, you get to build your own panel! This position will care for all ages, with more of a focus on adults. A strong interest in providing care for opioid use disorder is a plus.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the State of Oregon.
• Licensed and Board Certified as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive privileges (within 30 days of hire) by the State of Oregon.
• DEA registration certificate with Schedule II–V privileges (within 30 days of hire).
• Must possess and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.
• Experience as a Nurse Practitioner in a family medicine setting, with a focus on providing comprehensive primary care services.

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience working in an FQHC setting.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug test.
• Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check.
• For Veterans qualified for Veteran’s Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

Deliver Comprehensive Primary Care:
Provide full-spectrum primary care services to patients of all ages within a fully integrated health center. Care includes diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of acute and chronic illnesses, with appropriate referrals to specialty care and community resources when needed.

Perform Diagnostic Assessments:
Order, interpret, and evaluate a wide range of laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures. Use clinical judgment to formulate treatment plans based on findings and patient history.

Prescribe and Manage Medications:
Prescribe medications in accordance with established formulary, professional standards, and clinical guidelines. Monitor patient responses to medications and adjust treatments as needed. Educate patients on medication use, potential side effects, and adherence.

Provide Pediatric Services:
Conduct regular wellness and physical examinations for infants and children. Monitor growth and development milestones, diagnose and treat common pediatric conditions, and ensure children receive timely immunizations. Offer guidance to parents on nutrition, behavior, and developmental concerns.

Offer Prenatal and Reproductive Health Services:
Provide routine obstetric (optional) and gynecological care, including prenatal exams (optional), contraception counseling, STI testing and treatment, and menopause management. Educate patients on reproductive health, pregnancy, family planning, and parenting.

Participate in Clinical Operations and Quality Improvement:
Contribute to the development and review of clinic policies, procedures, and care protocols. Participate in clinic meetings, quality assurance activities, and initiatives that improve service delivery and patient outcomes. Engage in ongoing professional development and in-service education.

Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Teams:
Work collaboratively with behavioral health providers, nurses, case managers, and administrative staff to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care. Utilize internal consultation resources for complex cases.

This position works 32 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Friday (4 days/week; 8 hours/day). Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.

This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.

Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee’s date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month
  • Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrued per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year
• Monthly accruals (prorated for less than 1.0 FTE)

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
  • Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee’s share of the retirement contribution.)
  • OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see link below for additional information)

Employees must work a minimum of 30 hours per week to receive full benefits. Employees working 20 - 29 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits for themselves and family members. Medical plans cover the employee and all eligible dependents (including spouse/domestic partner and/or children) at a reasonable cost.

This is a part time County position represented by the Employees' Association.

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Clackamas County Health Centers provide direct medical, dental, and mental health services to Clackamas County residents.

We provide services at our Integrated Primary Health Care Clinics, our mental health clinics, or through our School Based Health Centers.

Health Centers is a Division of the Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) Department.

Learn more about Clackamas Health Centers.

Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) consists of six divisions, dedicated to ensuring health families and strong communities in Clackamas County.

Mission Statement: We lead and learn with equity in serving individuals, families, and communities by providing access to high quality healthcare, housing, and services that strengthen social and economic resilience.

Vision Statement: Individuals, families, and communities are resilient and thriving.

H3S is committed to improving programs and ensuring better outcomes for the people served, and focuses on the following goals:

• EMPOWERED AND THRIVING STAFF - H3S staff are empowered, engaged and have a sense of belonging while being valued and supported to thrive.
• EQUITY DRIVEN SERVICES - H3S promotes and provides accessible, equitable and culturally responsive services.
• ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE & CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT - H3S operates consistently, efficiently and effectively as a cohesive department, using our individual and collective skills and expertise.

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help with the Application

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources by calling 503-655-8459 or emails us at jobs@clackamas.us. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

Requesting Veterans' Preference

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VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

Jenn Johnson, Recruiter
Email: JJohnson2@clackamas.us