Circle of Life Clinic in Oneida has cared for Scott County families for years. We're looking for an NP or PA who wants to practice full-scope primary care in a close-knit rural community, with a schedule that fits your life and a team that supports you.
What you'll do
- See patients across the lifespan for acute, chronic and preventive care
- Take histories, perform exams, order and interpret labs and imaging, and build treatment plans
- Treat acute illness and manage chronic disease such as hypertension and diabetes
- Prescribe medications and therapies and refer to specialists when needed
- Coordinate with our physicians, behavioral health clinicians and care-management team
- Help fill same-day openings to keep access high for the community
What you bring
- Graduate of an accredited NP (FNP, AGPCNP) or PA program
- Tennessee license (or eligibility by your start date)
- Primary care experience preferred — new graduates considered
- Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
Schedule
Flexible. Work one day a week, a few days a week, or full time.
Pay & benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Malpractice coverage
- CME allowance and license / certification reimbursement
- Competitive pay — we aim to keep clinician pay above the regional median
- Eligible for federal loan repayment through NHSC and Nurse Corps (HRSA rules apply)
Questions about this role
How long does it take to apply?
About five minutes. Upload a resume, or skip the resume and tell us about your experience in a few sentences — either one works. No account or password needed.
What does the hiring process look like?
It's simple: a short online application, then a mix of video and in-person interviews, a tour of the clinic where you'd work, and finally onboarding with on-site training alongside our team. For qualified candidates the whole process can take as little as three weeks from application to first day.
Do you offer sign-on or retention bonuses?
Yes. We offer sign-on bonuses and retention bonuses. Ask us about the current amounts for this position during your first conversation.
How quickly will I hear back?
Applications go straight to our operations team, and we aim to reach every qualified candidate within two business days. Questions? Call 629-289-3136 or email [email protected] — you'll reach our operations team, not a recruiting agency.
Do you hire new graduate NPs and PAs?
Yes. New graduates are considered for our staff roles, and we also run a one-year Rural Primary Care Fellowship built specifically for new-graduate NPs and PAs, with a graduated panel and daily case review.
Can I work part time?
Yes. Schedules range from one day a week, to a few days a week, all the way up to full time. Tell us what you want on the application.
Is federal student loan repayment available?
Yes. Both of our clinics are approved sites for two HRSA programs: the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program and the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program. NHSC is open to NPs and PAs; Nurse Corps is open to nurse practitioners (not PAs). The federal government pays toward your qualifying education loans in exchange for a service commitment at our clinic, and we help you through the application.
What kind of patients will I see?
Full-scope family medicine — newborns through geriatrics — including acute visits (viral illness, UTIs, infections), chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes), and preventive care.
How does physician collaboration work?
NPs and PAs practice with a collaborating physician from our medical leadership, led by our Medical Director, Dr. Joseph Payant. You're part of a team with daily access to physician input.
What EHR do you use?
eClinicalWorks (eCW), plus AI-assisted tools we've built to cut documentation and chart-prep time.
What benefits do you offer?
Health insurance, paid time off, a retirement plan, malpractice coverage, and a CME allowance with license and certification reimbursement.
How much loan repayment could I receive?
Under HRSA's 2026 terms, the NHSC Loan Repayment Program pays primary care NPs and PAs up to $75,000 for a two-year full-time commitment, or up to $37,500 for two years half-time, plus up to $5,000 more for Spanish-language proficiency. After the first two years you can apply for one-year continuation awards (up to $20,000 a year, subject to funding). NHSC awards are exempt from federal income and employment taxes. Nurse Corps pays 60% of your qualifying nursing-education loan balance over a two-year full-time commitment, with an optional third year that pays another 25% (up to 85% in total); Nurse Corps awards are taxable income.
Do part-time schedules qualify for loan repayment?
Often, yes. NHSC counts full-time as at least 40 hours a week (32+ in patient care) for 45 weeks a year, and half-time as 20–39 hours a week (16+ in patient care) — so about three clinic days a week can qualify for a half-time award, while one day a week cannot. Nurse Corps requires full-time work of at least 32 hours a week. Tell us which program you're aiming for and we'll build a schedule that meets it.
When do I apply, and do I need to work here first?
Each program runs one application cycle a year, usually opening in winter and closing in spring. In 2026 the NHSC deadline was March 26 and Nurse Corps was open January 29 to March 12, with award decisions by September 30. For NHSC you must already work at, or have accepted an offer from, an approved site when you apply. Nurse Corps requires you to be working full time at the site by the deadline, and we complete the employer verification. Joining us before the next cycle opens puts you in position to apply.
Can I use NHSC and Nurse Corps together?
No. You can carry only one federal service obligation at a time, so NPs choose one program and PAs use NHSC. You also can't apply while you still owe service to another program, such as an unfinished scholarship commitment.
I'm a nurse practitioner — which program should I choose?
NPs can apply to either. For most NPs, NHSC comes out ahead: it pays a fixed amount (up to $75,000 for two years full time, or $37,500 half time) tax-free and allows part-time schedules. Nurse Corps pays 60% of your nursing-education loans over two years, but that amount is taxable and you must work at least 32 hours a week — so it tends to win only when nursing debt is very high. Physician assistants use NHSC. We're happy to talk through your numbers.
Who is eligible for NHSC and Nurse Corps loan repayment?
U.S. citizens or nationals with qualifying government or commercial education loans and a full, permanent, unrestricted license — temporary or provisional licenses don't count. Funding is competitive: NHSC funds applicants in order of the site's shortage-area (HPSA) score, and Nurse Corps gives priority to applicants with the highest debt-to-salary ratio and then HPSA score.
What happens if I leave before my commitment ends?
HRSA's penalties are steep. Leaving an NHSC contract early means repaying what you received for unserved time plus $7,500 for each unserved month (at least $31,000). Leaving a Nurse Corps contract early means repaying everything you received, plus interest. Commit only if you plan to stay for the full term. Official details: nhsc.hrsa.gov (NHSC) and bhw.hrsa.gov/funding/apply-loan-repayment/nurse-corps (Nurse Corps). Figures are from HRSA's 2026 cycle; HRSA sets amounts and rules each year, and its program guidance always controls.