Contract Positions in Pennsylvania (68)
View All Jobs →Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Hybrid - Urology
Erie PA, 16502
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient Pediatrics
Erie PA, 16505
Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient Primary Care
Pittsburgh PA, 15224
Nurse Practitioner Neonatal
Pittsburgh PA, 15224
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Outpatient Domain - Digestive Health
Pittsburgh PA, 15224
Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient Domain - Women's Health
Pittsburgh PA, 147 Towne Square Way
Nurse Practitioner Behavioral Health
Erie PA, 16505
Prescribing Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - 1099 Contractor - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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.