Position Highlights

Join the Student Health Center as an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) in a role that offers a broad clinical scope, meaningful connections with students, and a predictable schedule aligned with the academic year.

Varied clinical practice: Provide preventive, acute, and ongoing care to a diverse student population with a wide range of health needs.
Whole-person approach: Support students by considering the physical, mental, emotional, and social factors that contribute to their overall health and academic success.
Broad scope of care: Evaluate and manage common illnesses and injuries, sexual and reproductive health concerns, STI care, mental health conditions, wound care, and other primary care needs.
Student-centered impact: Educate and empower students to build health knowledge, confidence, and skills that support lifelong well-being.
Collaborative environment: Work closely with medical and nursing colleagues, counselors, residential life staff, recreation professionals, and other campus partners.
Opportunity to contribute: Participate in clinical and operational initiatives focused on strengthening quality, access, and service delivery.
Predictable schedule: This is an 11-month position with typical hours of 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. From September through April, the position is expected to work one 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. shift per week.

Candidates with at least three years of clinical experience are preferred. Experience in gynecologic and/or psychiatric care is also preferred.

Student Health Center

The RIT Student Health Center (SHC) provides high-quality primary health care and health education in a caring and supportive environment. Recognizing that wellness plays an important role in a successful college experience, the SHC offers accessible primary and urgent care services to RIT students.

The Student Health Center also collaborates with departments and programs across campus to foster a community that supports student health, well-being, and success.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Provides holistic care for a range of health concerns, including chronic illness management, acute care, and preventive services
Conducts thorough medical evaluations and formulates effective treatment strategies
Educates students on health maintenance and disease prevention, providing tailored advice and counseling
Participates in multidisciplinary teams within the health center to enhance quality and efficiency of care
Performs minor surgical and diagnostic procedures as part of routine and urgent care
Engages in research activities to bring evidence-based innovations into clinical practice
Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of primary care practices, including preventive care, mental health management, STI evaluation, and treatment protocols for acute and chronic illnesses specific to a university-aged population
Knowledge of healthcare regulations, compliance standards, and best practices for patient care in a university setting
Skill in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of medical conditions, utilizing advanced clinical skills to treat acute and chronic health issues effectively
Skill in developing and delivering health education programs focused on wellness, disease prevention, and mental health awareness
Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and streamline healthcare operations
Ability to anticipate future healthcare needs and implement innovative solutions to improve clinical efficiency and patient satisfaction