Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Bend, OR

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Bend, Oregon

High Lakes Health Care, of Praxis Health, is proud to be recognized as the most innovative and most human group in Central Oregon. Our commitment is simple: provide exceptional care to every patient we serve while fostering a positive, inclusive environment where our providers and staff thrive. This dedication is why our community has voted us “Best Medical Group” eight years in a row.

As the largest primary care group in Central Oregon, with 35 providers across six clinics, High Lakes Health Care is deeply rooted in Bend and the surrounding communities. We’re also part of the Praxis Health family, Oregon’s largest independent medical group, giving our providers access to a strong network of support and specialty care.

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with a passion for primary care to join our Bend team. This is an opportunity to practice with autonomy while being backed by a collegial group of providers and a responsive administrative team. With Central Oregon’s rapid growth, you’ll quickly build a thriving panel while making a lasting impact in a community that values strong patient-provider relationships.

Why Join High Lakes?

• Voted Best Medical Group by the community 8 years running

• Independent, provider-led, patient-first care model

• Collaborative environment with strong team culture

• Balanced practice style with 40-minute new patient visits and shared, light call (no hospital call)

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• $140,000 – $180,000 annually (base salary plus production)

• 4-day work week – protect your work-life balance

• Relocation assistance

• Comprehensive health package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance

• Paid PTO, 401K retirement, CME

• Paid licensure, DEA & malpractice insurance

• 100% outpatient practice with strong administrative support

Required Qualifications & Abilities:

• Currently licensed Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Required: 1 year of Primary Care experience as a licensed PA or NP
• Required: Passion for Primary Care 
• Preferred: 2+ years Primary Care experience as a licensed PA or NP
• Clinical competency and expertise in caring for Primary Care patients
• 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

Bend, Oregon

Surrounded by astounding geographical beauty, Bend is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation. It is a combination of urban cool, western hospitality and endless outdoor recreational activities. The greater Bend metro area population exceeds 165,000 and we serve a referral area encompassing most of Oregon east of the Cascades. One of the best destination ski resort in the state of Oregon, Mt. Bachelor is 20 minutes from downtown Bend, and there are numerous cross country trails and snowmobile parks nearby. Summer sports include hiking, rock climbing at Smith Rock, fishing (lake and river), kayaking, mountain biking, river sports, and over two dozen golf courses are within a thirty-mile radius. The public school system is strong and there are private school options at all grade levels. Oregon State University’s Cascade Campus in Bend is a full four-year university, which offers a few graduate programs, and Central Oregon Community College (COCC) offers 60 programs of study. A regional airport connects Bend/Redmond to Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, Denver and Chicago.

High Lakes Health Care is part of Praxis Health, and, with six clinic locations, High Lakes Health Care is the largest primary care group in Central Oregon. Voted "Best Medical Group" for the 7th year in a row, High Lakes Health Care is known as the most innovative and most human group in the community because of our commitment to the patients we serve and our focus on providing the most exceptional patient care, while creating a positive and inclusive work environment for our providers and staff.

Praxis Health is the Pacific Northwest’s leading independent healthcare network, providing the highest levels of individualized patient care.

With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.

It all starts with putting patients and families at the forefront. Our efforts focus not only on providing exceptional patient care when it is needed, 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.

Come see how healthcare is done right!