Nurse Practitioner

Overview

This clinical position delivers age-appropriate primary care to eligible members of the University Community at the University of Georgia Health Center. The Health Center is a large multi-specialty ambulatory care organization that is accredited by the Joint Commission. Nurse practitioners are members of the medical staff whose protocol is to provide age-appropriate primary health care in the form of prevention, health education, promotion of wellness, assessment and treatment.

• Clinical Services: Provision of primary care to include obtaining current and past history, performing physical assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up. Prescribing medications as needed, minor procedures, patient education, ordering and interpreting clinical tests, care coordination, and referrals. Documentation of encounters in an electronic medical record.
• Leadership and teamwork: Communicating with and integrating into a team; participating in process improvement; attending and participating in committee and staff meetings; contributing to the culture of service excellence; obtaining continuing medical education credits as required for licensure and national certifications.

• Minimum: Master’s degree in nursing or a related field, 2 years of professional experience, and valid state license.
• Preferred: UHC minimum:
  Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license; master’s degree level nurse practitioner program with certification as a Nurse Practitioner; current BLS Certification or attainment within 180 days of start.

Classification

Title:

Nurse Practitioner II;
FLSA: Exempt;
FTE: 1.00

Salary
:
Advertised Salary $103,000

Posting Date: 02/10/2026 •
Open until filled: Yes •
Starting Date: 04/01/2026

Work Schedule
:
Monday - Friday 8 am – 5 pm. The position is currently advertised as a full-time (12-month) role with potential for future flexibility (such as part-time and/or 9, 10, or 11-month schedules) based on employee preference and operational needs. Benefits are determined by the position’s full-time equivalent (FTE). If a reduced or partial-year schedule is chosen or offered in the future, the associated benefits package may change according to University and USG guidelines.

Location
:
Athens Area

We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. For accommodations or assistance with accessibility of materials related to this search, please contact Central HR (hrweb at uga dot edu).

The University System of Georgia (USG) values Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available online. Further information on background checks and credit checks is described below.

• Clinical knowledge base, physical assessments, minor procedures, facility with electronic medical records, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to exhibit a commitment to inclusive excellence and belonging.

Standing, typing, walking limited distances, movement between seated and standing, pushing/pulling, lifting, bending, squatting and kneeling as needed. Driving is not a responsibility of this position. This position has direct interaction or care of children under 18 and direct patient care. Position of Trust:
Yes. Security Access:
Yes.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check. If applicable, a credit check may be required for positions with financial responsibilities. A pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk positions. For more information, contact the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact
Name:
Cary Perry, MD
Email: cary.perry

Application Documents

Required:

Resume/CV, Cover Letter, List of References with Contact Information. Optional: none specified.