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Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner - Up to $20,000 Sign-on bonus - Springfield, OR

Springfield, OR

Thurston Medical Clinic is seeking a skilled and collaborative Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our thriving multi-specialty, outpatient practice in Springfield, Oregon. This full-time, outpatient-only position offers the chance to deliver high-quality, relationship-centered care while working alongside one of the region’s most talented and diverse provider teams.

For over 50 years, Thurston has been a cornerstone of the Springfield community, known for its talented team of physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinical staff who bring broad expertise across primary care, non-operative sports medicine, and complex care. Providers here are valued not only for their clinical knowledge but also for their commitment to mentoring, innovation, and truly patient-centered medicine. With a strong and ongoing affiliation with McKenzie Willamette Hospital, Thurston clinicians also benefit from seamless coordination and access to specialty services, allowing for comprehensive, whole-person care.

As an Advanced Practice Provider with Thurston, you’ll enjoy the support of an exceptional care team, the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients of all ages, and the flexibility to explore niche clinical interests in a collegial, growth-oriented environment.

Benefit Highlights

  • $140,000 - $145,000 base salary, with production compensation ≥ $180,000 annually
  • 36 patient hours over a 4-day work week + 1/2 day admin – protect your work-life balance
  • Up to $10,000 Relocation
  • Up to $20,000 Sign-on bonus
  • Full health benefits package (health, vision, life, dental)
  • PTO, 401K, CME
  • Paid Licensure, DEA & Malpractice
  • 100% outpatient
  • Light, shared call

Required Qualifications & Abilities

  • Currently licensed Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
  • Required: Minimum 1 year experience as a licensed FNP or PA in Primary Care
  • Preferred: Minimum 2 years experience as a licensed FNP or PA in Primary Care
  • Clinical competency and expertise in caring for Primary Care patients
  • Passionate about whole-person, community-based care
  • Excited to join a mission-driven team with strong values and deep community roots
  • Comfortable seeing patients across the lifespan
  • Strong understanding of examination methodologies and diagnostics
  • Knowledge of common medication, side effects and contraindications
  • In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Respect for patient's confidentiality
  • Compassionate and approachable
  • Responsible and trustworthy
  • Attend work regularly and on time

Springfield, Oregon

With tree-lined neighborhoods, welcoming parks, and a deep sense of community, Springfield, Oregon is the kind of place where families put down roots and thrive. Nestled in the lush Willamette Valley and just minutes from the University of Oregon, Springfield offers a balanced lifestyle where outdoor adventure, quality education, and small-town charm meet. Families spend weekends biking along the scenic Willamette River, hiking in nearby forests, or exploring wildlife sanctuaries just outside city limits. The school districts are supported by engaged communities, and local events—from farmers markets to summer movie nights in the park—bring neighbors together year-round.

What sets Springfield apart is its accessibility and authenticity. Housing remains more affordable than in nearby Eugene, and families love the slower pace without missing out on amenities like boutique shops, health food co-ops, and vibrant arts programming. Whether you're walking to the neighborhood bakery, joining a community garden, or cheering from the sidelines of a youth soccer game, life here is grounded in connection and possibility.

Join Thurston Medical Clinic and be part of a practice that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and genuine relationships—both with patients and colleagues.

About Us

Thurston Medical Clinic, part of the Praxis Health network and located in Springfield, Oregon, is a distinguished primary care facility dedicated to delivering comprehensive healthcare services to individuals and families across all life stages. The clinic emphasizes a patient-centered approach, ensuring personalized care that addresses the unique needs of each patient. 

Praxis Health is the Pacific Northwest’s leading independent healthcare network, providing the highest levels of individualized patient care. We are not big-box health care, rather a family of primary care and specialty clinics throughout Oregon, Washington and Idaho. Providing a small clinic environment, uncommon provider autonomy, and an umbrella of administrative support services, it’s the best of all worlds.

With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care, which all starts with putting patients and families at the forefront. Our efforts focus not only on providing exceptional patient care, but also on the wellness services and community outreach that engage and empower the people we serve to take charge of their health. All delivered by a team of mission driven physicians, employees and administrators – the best minds and the biggest hearts – to help ensure the safest, highest quality of care for all.

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General Physical Requirements

  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch.
  • The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Work Environment: Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings.

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This position performs tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids and/or tissues. All employees performing these duties are offered the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis-B vaccination series.

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