The Sexual Health Clinic (SHC) at the Massachusetts General Hospital is a growing, vibrant practice that provides excellent patient-centered clinical care. We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment applies to staff members at all levels as well as the patient populations we care for. The SHC is looking to hire a Nurse Practitioner (NP) who demonstrates these same values to join our team.
The SHC provides comprehensive screening and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP, both oral and injectable formulations), doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis for STIs, sexual health vaccines, and HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (nPEP). We care for patients of all genders ages 13 and above with concerns for STIs, including gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV. We provide care in several locations, including MGH-Boston, the MGH-Chelsea Health Center, the Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (MAPS), Boston GLASS at the Justice Resource Institute (JRI), and in the local Community through the Boston Lesbigay Urban Foundation. The NP will be central to the function and success of our work.
The NP will work with and under the supervision of the SHC's Medical Director and works with the Sexual Health Clinic's multi-disciplinary team to provide high quality care to all patients, including those who identify as LGBTQ+, who are uninsured or underinsured, and/or those with substance use disorders. In this role, the NP will complete focused histories, physical examinations, and assessments; formulate differential diagnoses; and prescribe and counsel about medications, including PrEP and nPEP as needed. The NP assists with the education of members of the MGH community - students, nurses, residents, fellows, and physicians - who rotate through the clinic, as well as nurses and medical providers from outside MGH who come to the clinic through educational mechanisms like the Center for Disease Control (CDC)-sponsored courses in STI prevention and treatment.
The NP may participate in research protocols as time and interest allow.
The NP will practice in accordance with the rules, regulations and standards of nursing practice issued by the state and federal governing boards, including the Academy of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
This position is grant-funded through June 30, 2026. The Leadership of the Sexual Health Clinic is working to extend funding beyond that date.
"The incumbent will work 40 hours in an outpatient clinic setting, Monday-Friday, with the potential for one-two Saturday mornings/month to replace one of the weekdays."
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to the Sexual Health Clinic patient population.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The SHC is a can-do, solution-oriented team that keeps the interest of the patient at its center. The NP will provide care in both the hospital-based clinic and community settings. There will be contact with needles and other sharp instruments and division specific technology. Expect a fast-paced environment!
QUALIFICATIONS:
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a 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.