Contract Positions in Pennsylvania (68)
View All Jobs →Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Outpatient Primary Care
Butler PA, 16001
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Outpatient Primary Care
Gibsonia PA, 15044
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Outpatient Primary Care
Oakmont PA, 15139
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Outpatient Primary Care
Natrona Heights PA, 15065
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Outpatient Primary Care
Vandergrift PA, 15690
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Outpatient Primary Care
Monroeville PA, 15146
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Outpatient Primary Care
Braddock PA, 15104
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Outpatient Express Care
Jefferson Hills PA, 15025
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Outpatient Primary Care
McMurray PA, 15317
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Outpatient Primary Care
Corry PA, 16407
Top Employers
- Highmark Health59
- Lyra Health4
- Blackbird Health3
- SonderMind1
- Thriveworks1
Contract Tips
- •Negotiate contract length, extension clauses, and cancellation terms
- •Work with reputable staffing agencies for protection
- •Maintain your own benefits (health insurance, retirement)
- •Keep detailed records of all business expenses for tax deductions
- •Build relationships for contract-to-perm conversion opportunities
Why Contract?
Contract NPs earn 20-50% more per hour than permanent staff, with rates of $70-130+/hr.
Contract roles let you evaluate an employer, location, and patient population before converting to permanent.
As a contract worker, deduct home office, travel, equipment, and continuing education from your taxes.
Why Choose Contract
Contract Careers in Pennsylvania
Contract & temp-to-perm NP positions
Premium Rates
Contract NPs earn 20-50% more per hour than permanent staff, with rates of $70-130+/hr.
Try Before You Commit
Contract roles let you evaluate an employer, location, and patient population before converting to permanent.
Tax Advantages
As a contract worker, deduct home office, travel, equipment, and continuing education from your taxes.
State Insights
Pennsylvania at a Glance
Contract NP positions in Pennsylvania are typically defined-term W-2 engagements (90 days to 24 months) booked through staffing agencies, paying $90–$150 per hour with agency-provided malpractice. Distinct from 1099 independent contracting, contract roles preserve employer payroll-tax handling and often include short-term health coverage. Pennsylvania grants reduced practice authority requiring a collaborative agreement with a physician, and the state's cost of living near the national average (index 96) directly shapes NP compensation expectations. 2 of the state's top metros carry federal Health Professional Shortage Area designation, so positions in those areas typically qualify for NHSC Loan Repayment. The current 68 active postings reflect strong demand for nurse practitioners across Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania requires a collaborative agreement for PMHNP practice.