Lead Clinician - Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant - Certified Nurse Midwife opportunity

Planned Parenthood

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San Diego, CA on site Until 9/28/2026 1+ years exp First posted April 18, 2026 Last posted July 30, 2026
Job description
We are looking for a licensed Lead at our First Avenue Family Planning Health Center.
 
This position is for an experienced and licensed Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant - Certified Nurse Midwife a Clinician Team. This role is a Lead Clinician role, with management responsibilities.
 
Bring your passion for reproductive healthcare to life by leading other providers and providing high-quality exams, diagnosis, treatment, education, and counseling. You’ll also be a go-to medical resource, supporting and empowering both licensed and non-licensed team members.
 
This role is considered Full-Time/Fully-Benefited and is designed for Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, or a Certified Nurse Midwife licensed in the state of California.
 
This role comes with a very competitive salary and an amazing team!

In this role, you'll get to:

  • Change lives.
  • Manage other health center clinicians to ensure the provision of high quality, cost effective medical care and excellent customer service.
  • Collaborate with other Healthcare providers, Physicians, and Management on patient care and clinical improvements.
  • Partner with a Case Management team, which will communicate with patients on lab results, referrals, and other aspects of patient care.
  • Gain new skills such as IUC retrievals, Nexplanon insertions, Cryotherapy, Bartholin Cyst I&D, and prescribe GAHT (Gender Affirming Hormone therapy).
  • Receive a rigorous training and on-boarding program similar to a fellowship.
  • Work in a supportive and professional nursing environment, where we believe in evidence-based protocols and guidelines.
  • Work for an agency that fosters a culture of engagement, growth, and success in your field.
  • Pursue continuing education opportunities to help you grow as a provider. 

We are looking for Nurse Practitioners or a Physician Assistants or a Certified Nurse Midwives who:

  • Hold an active California license as a Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or a Certified Nurse Midwife.
  • Have more than 1 year of healthcare experience as NP, CNM, or PA.
  • Have previous leadership experience.
  • Are eager to work in an environment that supports the agency’s commitment to equity and belonging. 
  • Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
  • Demonstrate compassion in providing patient care and supporting staff.  
  • Are willing to jump in to help with coverage if need be. 
  • Bilingual in English/Spanish (highly preferred).

Compensation (from employer):
152880–199800 USD per year

About this role

Summary

Lead clinical team, manage staff, provide high-quality reproductive healthcare and support staff development

Job title

Lead Clinician - Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant - Certified Nurse Midwife

Experience level

more than 1 year

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

San Diego, CA; remote work not allowed

Salary

$153k–$200k

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

California licenseleadershippatient carereproductive health

Preferred skills

bilingual English/Spanish

Specializations

reproductive healthcareclinical leadershippatient carewomen's health
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Diego, CA, USA

On-site City