Job Summary
Benton County is seeking a dedicated and passionate Advanced Level Health Practitioner - Physicians Associate.
JOB SUMMARYJoin a mission driven Federally Qualified Health Center serving communities across Benton and Linn Counties. The Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties (CHC) provide integrated primary care, behavioral health, dental care, and treatment for substance use disorders. As an Advanced Practice Provider – Physician Associate, you will deliver high-quality, comprehensive primary care in a team-based, patient-centered setting focused on prevention, chronic disease management, timely access, whole-person care, and health equity. To allow the time to deliver high-quality care to patients with complex needs, our practitioners manage panels between 700 and 1,200 patients and see about 14 patients per day. After-hours calls are shared among the full primary care group and supported by a nurse triage line that manages the vast majority of after-hours requests. Our providers have the option to teach medical residents from several organizations as well as medical students from the local medical school.
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Please note:
- This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
About the role
- Serve as the primary care provider for empaneled patients across the lifespan in an ambulatory setting.
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions; prescribe and manage medications and therapies within scope of practice.
- Order, interpret, communicate, and follow up on laboratory, imaging, and other diagnostic tests within established timelines.
- Lead and coordinate care team activities through huddles, written care plans, coaching, and collaboration across disciplines.
- Manage an assigned patient panel using evidence-based strategies that support continuity, prevention, chronic disease management, and closure of care gaps.
- Collaborate with medical, behavioral health, dental, pharmacy, nursing, public health, and community partners to support whole-person care.
- Support Patient-Centered Primary Care Home (PCPCH) standards, including access, accountability, continuity, coordination, person- and family-centered care, and equity.
- Participate in peer review, quality improvement, population health, patient safety, and organizational practice development.
- Provide care at other clinic locations or cross-cover other providers based on patient care and operational needs; participate in after-hours or backup call responsibilities as assigned.
Why join CHC
- Be part of an established FQHC that has served the region since 2004 and is the medical home for more than 11,000 patients across five clinics and two counties.
- Practice in a collaborative care model that integrates physical health, behavioral health, dental care, and community-based supports.
- Work in PCPCH-certified clinics with a strong focus on prevention, disease management, access, and improved health outcomes.
- Serve communities with HPSA ratings between 17 to 25 and qualify for National Health Service Corps and other loan repayment programs.
First review of applications will be November 30, 2026. Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date.
BENEFITS
Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
- 11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
$0 Health Insurance Premium!
- Medical, Dental and Vision -cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
- In addition, the County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account, depending on plan and personal contribution.
- Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren’t traditionally paid by insurance – i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
- You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
- Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
- After 6 months of employment:
- The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
- The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
A free and award-winning wellness program
- Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
- Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
- Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!
100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.
- Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
Annual salary range of: $111,616.43-$168,767.77
- This position is eligible for two salary raises within the first year as long as your performance is in good standing!
- Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law.
- Have benefits questions?
- Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov
Benton County is an equal opportunity employer. Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please click on the link: Oregon Pay Equity Law
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following minimum qualifications are REQUIRED for this position:
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Associate/Assistant program appropriate to the population served.
- Current unencumbered Oregon Physician Associate license with prescriptive authority, or ability to obtain by date of hire.
- Current national board certification appropriate for full spectrum family medicine practice.
- Current unrestrictive and active DEA registration, or ability to obtain by date of hire.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Ability to obtain and maintain credentialing and privileging in accordance with organizational standards.
Special Requirements:
- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- Valid Oregon driver’s license or ability to obtain one by date of hire.
- This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in a community health center, FQHC, or other ambulatory care setting.
- Demonstrated ability to lead care teams and work respectfully and effectively with staff at all levels.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly desirable.
- Strong documentation, coding, time management, and customer service skills, with comfort using the electronic health record during patient visits.
Knowledge and practice strengths
- Primary care, preventive care, chronic disease management, and evidence-based medicine.
- Team-based care, panel management, care coordination, and quality improvement.
- Ability to maintain productivity, patient access, schedule management, and documentation timeliness in a fast-paced environment.
- Professionalism, sound judgment, cultural responsiveness, and a nonjudgmental approach in patient and staff interactions.
- Ability to remain calm, organized, and effective in urgent, high-volume, or stressful situations.
- Delivers comprehensive, full-spectrum family medicine or patients of all ages, supporting continuity of care across the lifespan.
Questions regarding this position can be directed to:
Christine Mosbaugh, Primary Care Division Director Benton County Health Clinics Telephone: (541) 766-6129 Christine.Mosbaugh@bentoncountyor.gov
Working & Living in Benton County Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county’s 90,000 residents like to say they “have it all.”
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How to Apply
- To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
- Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
- Answer all supplemental questions.
After you Apply
- You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
- Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.
Additional information
- This is a FLSA exempt position.
- This position is represented by the AFCSME
- This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
- Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.
Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.
Helpful links and contact informationLearn more about Benton County Understanding the County Application Process Job Interest Cards webpageFor more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.Benefits
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AT BENTON COUNTY
Working for the County is so much more than a job. It is a chance to make a local difference - in your own life and the lives of the people around you. Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, ninety miles south of Portland and forty miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural and major sporting events. Combined with unmatched outdoor recreation, County residents like to say they "have it all". With the Cascade Range, eighty miles to the East, and the Pacific Ocean fifty miles to the West – going out for a day at the beach, fishing, hunting, cycling or hiking is all within reach – Benton County truly offers something for everyone. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of its employees and their families. Competitive benefits and an active employee wellness program is a top priority for the County.
