Vinalhaven, Maine: A community health center seeks a skilled Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for all-ages outpatient primary care in this historic island town. You will also be part of the emergency response team, so EMT, paramedic, or similar experience is valuable. You will share in after-hours call and occasional patient care outside of regular hours.

Join a mission-driven healthcare organization that serves all members of the community, including those who are uninsured or underinsured. Become part of a team of experienced, dedicated professionals providing compassionate, personalized patient-centered care to multigenerational families. Vinalhaven offers a genuine opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a community that values connection and collaboration. This is an equal opportunity employer.

Practice in a modern healthcare center situated on a scenic island 12 miles off the coast, accessible daily by ferry. Join an experienced team with two APPs and a convenient weekday schedule, Friday afternoons off, and no scheduled nights or weekends – though you will share in call coverage. Every third week is designated time off. Maine's only island-based Federally Qualified Health Center presents a unique opportunity and offers additional benefits, such as free housing for your first year in a comfortable three-bedroom apartment.

You will receive a competitive salary with benefits such as relocation assistance, liability insurance, health and dental insurance, disability insurance, and paid sick leave. Additional perks include a CME budget, a retirement plan, and assistance with student loan repayment program applications (acceptance into such programs, including NHSC, is not guaranteed). You will share call coverage 1:3.

Live Where Others Vacation: Maine ranks #2 in Best Quality of Life and #3 Safest State in the U.S. Known as "Vacationland," the state offers year-round recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, hiking in Acadia National Park, and skiing at premier resorts. Maine’s vibrant arts scene, cultural festivals, and local food movement enhance its appeal. With a strong sense of community and slower pace of life, Maine is ideal for those seeking natural beauty and a balanced lifestyle.

Vinalhaven Island, in the heart of Penobscot Bay, offers a rare blend of charm and tranquility, making it an exceptional place to live and work. This town of 1,250 year-round residents swells to 5,000 in the summer season. The island boasts a thriving lobster fishery, stunning coastal views, granite quarries-turned-swimming-holes, and a vibrant downtown centered around Carver's Harbor. A 75-minute ferry ride from Rockland provides daily access. Island amenities include a public library, restaurants and galleries, and nearly two dozen parks and preserves. Families benefit from an accredited K–12 school and an Electrical Cooperative that generates 95% of the island’s electricity via wind power.

With mild summers, cool winters, and a welcoming, tight-knit community, Vinalhaven offers an extraordinary lifestyle and the chance to make a true difference in a beautiful, coastal setting. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity.

Position Highlights:

• Maine: #2 Best Quality of Life, #3 Safest State
• Unique island-based Federally Qualified Health Center
• Interesting all-ages outpatient primary care practice
• Join a supportive team with two APPs
• EMT or emergency response background is a plus
• Shared call with occasional after-hours patient care
• Established practice welcomes all – EOE
• Competitive salary with many benefits
• Friday afternoons off, every third week off
• Free housing for a year in a comfortable 3-bedroom apartment
• Health and dental insurance, disability insurance
• CME budget, retirement plan, and relocation assistance
• Assistance with student loan repayment applications
• Join a close-knit, vibrant island community with a rich history
• Climate-stable region – Maine ranks high for climate resilience