Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Mesa, AZ

Now Hiring: Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) – Post-Acute Care (Skilled Nursing Facilities)

Locations: Mesa, Gilbert, and Chandler, Arizona

Schedule: Part-Time | Weekdays | Weekend once a month

Practice Setting: Skilled Nursing Facilities (Post-Acute / Long-Term Care)

Compensation:

Full-time: $80-$95/hour | Part-time: Salary will be proportionate based on hours worked/Patients seen

Employment Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

About the Role

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide direct in-person care at skilled nursing and post-acute care facilities across Mesa, Gilbert, and Chandler, AZ. This role is ideal for a provider seeking flexibility and autonomy while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes in long-term care settings.

As an independent contractor, you will play a vital role in maintaining continuity of care and reducing unnecessary hospitalizations, ensuring patients receive high-quality treatment throughout the weekend.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete weekend rounds across multiple skilled nursing facilities
• Perform patient evaluations and develop individualized care plans
• Manage acute conditions and chronic disease exacerbations
• Order, review, and act on laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic results
• Adjust medications and therapies as clinically appropriate
• Collaborate closely with facility staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams
• Educate patients, families, and facility staff regarding treatment goals and expectations
• Document all clinical encounters promptly and accurately in the EMR
• Support discharge planning and smooth care transitions
• Ensure compliance with SNF protocols and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Arizona license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Graduate of an accredited U.S.-based NP or PA program (Puerto Rico-based programs not eligible)
• Preferred: 1–2 years of experience in post-acute care, long-term care, or skilled nursing facilities
• Proficiency with EMR systems and post-acute documentation standards
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently within clearly defined clinical parameters

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive hourly compensation with steady part-time hours
• Opportunity for independent practice within a supportive care network
• Flexible supplemental position for experienced providers
• Impactful work improving health outcomes in high-need populations

How to Apply

If you are a compassionate and experienced NP or PA interested in providing quality weekend coverage in skilled nursing facilities, we invite you to apply.

Please submit your most up-to-date resume or CV for confidential consideration. Cover letters and references are welcome but not required.

Join a dedicated care team delivering exceptional post-acute and long-term care in Arizona’s skilled nursing facilities.

Active NP or PA license in AZ

Accredited NP or PA program (U.S.-based only)

1–2 years SNF or post-acute care preferred