Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate – Orono, Maine
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open advanced practice provider jobs in Maine post a median of $75 an hour, the middle half $67.94–$87.34, across 7 jobs that state their pay. Advanced practice providers employed in Maine earn a median of $62.62 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate – Orono, Maine
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center has an exciting opportunity for a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate to join our primary care team located on the University of Maine campus in Orono, Maine.
Position highlights
- Provide primary care services to students and faculty at the University of Maine.
- Join a well-established practice with a collegial and supportive team.
- Embedded behavioral health providers offer counseling and medication management.
- Experience practicing in a primary care setting is preferred but not required. We welcome applications from both experienced providers and new graduates seeking a supportive practice environment.
As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy:
- A collaborative environment that prioritizes clinical excellence
- A robust support team to help you focus on what matters most, your patients
- Stability of a respected health system dedicated to the well-being of its community
- Flexible schedules for true work/life balance
Compensation Information
- $119,500-$129,000 annual base salary with the ability to earn additional compensation based on productivity.
- The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, including but not limited to call pay, leadership stipends, etc.
Why Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center?
- Robust benefits package including medical, dental, employer matched retirement plans, CME allowance, and generous paid time off
- Sign-on and relocation bonuses
- Educational loan reimbursement with no max benefit
Orono, Maine offers the charm of a vibrant college town with easy access to Maine’s spectacular coast, mountains, and lakes. Home to the flagship campus of the University of Maine, Orono is known for its strong educational environment, active community, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. Located just minutes from Bangor, residents enjoy convenient access to the region’s hub for healthcare, arts, dining, and commerce, while Bangor International Airport provides direct and one-stop service to most major destinations.
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, a member of Northern Light Health is a 411-bed, regional, tertiary care and level II trauma center serving more than 500,000 residents living in the northern two thirds of the State. Northern Light Health offers the people of Maine a broad range of providers and services, including ten hospitals, primary care and specialty physician practices, long-term care, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport.
For confidential consideration, please contact
Amanda Lewis, CPRP, Provider Recruiter
ProviderCareers@northernlight.org
207-973-5358
From Northern Light Health's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Northern Light Health is a health system based in Brewer, Maine, with hospitals, primary care, home care and senior living across Maine.
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