Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant) - Temporary Full-Time chez Phillips Exeter Academy

This is a unique opportunity to work for a boarding school-based health center, we are looking for a temporary full-time provider for Spring term. Starting March 23rd-June 5th, 32 hours a week (T/W/TH/F).

Position Purpose

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) at Phillips Exeter Academy plays a vital role in promoting the physical and emotional well-being of students in a residential academic environment. This position is responsible for delivering high-quality, student-centered primary and inpatient care, managing acute and chronic health conditions, and promoting health education and wellness initiatives within the school community. The APP ensures that care provided aligns with best practices in adolescent medicine and supports the unique needs of a diverse boarding school population.  

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based primary and acute care to students, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up. Consult with and refer to physician as appropriate.
• Manage acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic medical conditions in collaboration with the health center team.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with state laws and protocols.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests (e.g., labs, imaging).
• Provide referrals to external specialists when necessary and coordinate ongoing care.
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records in the school’s electronic health system.
• Collaborate with RNs, counselors, athletic trainers, nutrition and other staff to ensure holistic student care.
• Assist with infection control, immunization compliance, and communicable disease management.
• Working with individual students to increase appreciation of health and assumption of responsibility for their own health.
• Support school wellness initiatives and participate in student life programming where health expertise is beneficial.
• Communicating with parents regarding the health status of their children.
• Communicating with faculty/administration as appropriate regarding student health-related issues, appropriate adjustments of student schedules, etc.
• Overseeing the medical management of Health Services in the absence of the Medical Director.
• Acting as a liaison with Health Educators for selected health-service based education efforts.
• Communicating regularly with the Director of Nursing regarding health-care management of students.

Direct/Indirect Reports

None

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of Academy life.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students by building trust and credibility.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills as well as a strong customer focus.
• A strict adherence to confidentiality policies is required.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Willingness and ability to learn the electronic health system of the Health Center.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as needed.
• High degree of organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and multi-task with accuracy.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions, always maintain a professional demeanor and restraint, including stressful situations
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity and to serving the needs of a diverse and inclusive community with diplomacy and tact.

Position Requirements

Education

• Advanced degree (NP/PA) required.

Experience and Licensure

• Current NH license  with prescriptive authority.
• National Board Certification
• BLS required
• Experience in women’s healthcare required.
• 3 - 5 years’ experience treating adolescents or young adults (e.g. primary care, pediatrics, school-based health or urgent care) preferred.
• Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting preferred.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position (e.g., sitting or standing) for extended periods while performing clinical duties and documentation.
• Ability to move about the health center, go up and down flights of steps, stoop, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, and lift. Ability to respond promptly to medical emergencies.
• Ability to lift, carry, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 pounds as necessary for clinical care (e.g., patients, supplies, equipment).
• Sufficient manual dexterity to perform medical procedures, operate equipment, and use a computer or electronic medical record system.
• Adequate visual and auditory abilities to assess patients, monitor vital signs, and respond to emergency situations effectively.
• Capacity to adapt to a fast-paced environment with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with interruptions.

Additional Requirements

• Successfully complete a criminal background check (reviewed every 5 years).
• Successfully complete a pre-employment physical/health screening examination.
• This position is considered “Essential Personnel” 

Compensation:  $22,000-$28,000 for the assignment.  The compensation for this temporary position is based on relevant education and experience and will be set within the listed salary range.