Job Description

Posting number: 2026-0021

Department: Public Health

Job classification: Clinic Practitioner-Temporary

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Public Health, Nursing, Medical

Summary

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The Nevada County Public Health Department promotes the health of the entire community through varied programs ranging from control of communicable diseases and coordination of the response to health emergencies to individual case management to primary prevention of disease and wellness promotion. Come join our dynamic, professional team committed to keeping Nevada County's residents safe and healthy!

Nevada County Public Health Department is seeking a temporary Clinic Practitioner to join our Truckee Clinical Services Team. Our Truckee Clinic operates three days per week (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays), providing reproductive healthcare and STD testing services to high-risk populations and underserved communities.

Examples of duties

The temporary Clinic Practitioner provides clinical care 2-8 days per month and is responsible for delivering high-quality, client-centered medical services. Key duties include:

• Assessing client health through medical/health history review and physical examinations
• Ordering appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests, interpreting results, and supporting clients with abnormal findings by coordinating follow-up appointments and referrals
• Providing comprehensive family planning counseling, including contraceptive selection, device fitting and placement, and prescribing appropriate contraceptive methods
• Performing gynecological examinations, procedures, and screening services for women

Supplemental information

Ideal Characteristics for this role:

• Spanish-language proficiency – Preferred
• Strong clinical judgment – Ability to independently assess patient needs, interpret diagnostic results, and make evidence-based decisions.
• Commitment to serving underserved communities – Interest in providing respectful, equitable care to high-risk and underserved populations.
• Excellent communication and counseling skills – Able to communicate clearly and effectively, offering thoughtful counseling and education during family planning and reproductive health visits.
• Cultural humility and cultural competence – Ability to work effectively with diverse client populations, showing respect, patience, and adaptability.
• Detail-oriented and organized – Ensures accurate documentation, proper follow-up for abnormal labs, and smooth coordination of referrals.
• Collaborative – Ability to work well with nursing staff, administrative support, and public health colleagues.

Education and Experience Required

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or related field. Post-graduate coursework sufficient to meet licensure. One year of clinical experience in the desired specialty area.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse AND certifica­tion as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing, OR possession of a valid certificate as a Physician Assistant issued by the Medical Board of California, OR possession of a valid certificate as a Certified Nurse Midwife issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

View the full job description to see the minimum requirements and to learn more about this job.

This position is temporary, part-time. A temporary, part-time employee works on average 20 hours but not more than 29 hours per week, for a maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year. Temporary employees earn sick leave but are not eligible for other vacation or holiday pay, and they are not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits, or CalPERS retirement benefits.

Why Nevada County?

Because here, your contribution, your worth, your ideas, all have a place!. We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media and hosted sites. We strive to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day. Bring your whole self to our place.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.