OverviewPrimary Care Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) FellowshipOverview:The
Primary Care Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship is an intensive 12-month postgraduate training program designed to prepare Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) for a successful and fulfilling career in
Primary Care. APP Fellows will train alongside experienced clinicians at
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC)-a quaternary care facility and Level I trauma center-while engaging in a structured, competency-based curriculum that integrates direct patient care, didactic learning, and mentorship. Fellows progress toward independent practice with confidence and clinical excellence.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be equipped with the ability to:
- Deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care to diverse patient populations of all ages
- Manage acute, chronic, and preventive health needs in both outpatient and community settings
- Demonstrate clinical reasoning, care coordination, and effective patient communication skills
The goal of this program is to help you develop the acute and long-range medical and critical-thinking skills essential to building a successful and rewarding career in
Primary Care.
Requirements:- Graduate of an accredited Master's degree Physician Assistant program or Advanced Practice Nursing program.
- Active national certification as a PA-C or NP (FNP preferred)
- Eligibility for New Hampshire PA or APRN licensure prior to program start date
- Eligibility for Federal DEA registration
- Completion of Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center's standard pre-employment background check, health screening, and credentialing process before matriculation
How to Apply:Applications are due by
February 14, 2027. Application materials must include:
- A current, up-to-date copy of your CV/resume (including school name and GPA). All work and education entries must include dates in a MM/YY format.
- A brief personal statement describing your interest in pursuing a career in Primary Care (500-1,000 words)
- Two letters of reference on letterhead
- Letters can be addressed to the Community and Family Medicine team
- If you are currently enrolled in a PA or NP program, one reference must be from your Program or Medical Director
Note: All materials must be received in order to be considered for an initial virtual interview.
The anticipated start date is Fall 2027 (the exact date will be coordinated with selected candidates based on your licensing and credentialing timeline).
Website:For additional details about the curriculum, rotation schedule, and application process, visit:
Postgraduate Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship Programs | DHMC and Clinics
ResponsibilitiesQualifications- Graduate of an accredited APRN or PA academic program
- National specialty certification
Required Licensure/Certifications- Eligible for licensure in the State of NH - Eligible for Federal DEA Registration
- Area of Interest: Advanced Practice Provider
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 41419
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
