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Primary Care Positions in Pittsburgh (6)

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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Outpatient Primary Care

Highmark Health

Pittsburgh PA, 15205

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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Outpatient Primary Care

Highmark Health

Pittsburgh PA, 15237

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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Outpatient Primary Care

Highmark Health

Pittsburgh PA, 15216

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Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient Primary Care

Highmark Health

Pittsburgh PA, 15221

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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Outpatient Primary Care

Highmark Health

Pittsburgh PA, 15217

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Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient Primary Care

Highmark Health

Pittsburgh PA, 15224

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Primary Care Tips

  • Verify state APRN licensure and prescriptive authority requirements
  • Keep national certification and CE credits current
  • Compare total compensation — base, incentives, CME, and benefits
  • Ask about caseload, support staffing, and documentation time
  • Confirm collaborative or supervisory agreement requirements in this state

Why Primary Care?

Growing Demand

Primary Care NP roles are among the fastest-growing advanced practice positions nationwide.

Practice Variety

Openings span health systems, private groups, and community settings.

Career Mobility

State licensure plus national certification keeps your options open across employers and settings.

Local Insights

Pittsburgh at a Glance

Pittsburgh

Population
302,971
Cost of Living
95
Median Income
$67k
Shortage
✓ No
Metro: Pittsburgh

Market

DemandHigh (55/100)
reduced

Healthcare

UPMCAllegheny Health NetworkHighmark Health

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Primary Care NP Market in Pittsburgh, PA

Primary care NP positions in Pittsburgh anchor internal-medicine and family practices, with panels typically running 15–20 patients per day. Value-based-care incentives increasingly supplement base compensation. Demand for nurse practitioners in Pittsburgh, PA reflects the area's status as a large urban center within Pennsylvania, where NPs operate under reduced practice authority requiring a collaborative agreement. Pittsburgh is not currently a federally designated health professional shortage area, but regional demand for NPs and the local cost of living near the national average (index 95) shape NP compensation in the market. Major healthcare employers in the Pittsburgh area include UPMC, Allegheny Health Network, and Highmark Health, alongside 6 active NP positions listed on this page.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, HRSA HPSA data, AANP State Practice Environment.

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Primary Care NP Jobs in Pittsburgh — FAQ

How many primary care NP jobs are available in Pittsburgh, PA?

There are currently 6 primary care NP positions available in Pittsburgh, PA. New positions are posted regularly as demand for nurse practitioners continues to grow.

What is the average NP salary in Pittsburgh?

Primary Care NP positions in Pittsburgh typically pay $100K-140K. Actual compensation depends on experience, employer type, and whether the role includes benefits. Pittsburgh's cost of living index is 95 (national average = 100).

Does Pennsylvania allow NPs full practice authority?

Pennsylvania has reduced practice authority for nurse practitioners. NPs must practice under physician supervision for prescribing and some clinical decisions.

Is Pittsburgh a good place for NP careers?

Pittsburgh has growing demand for nurse practitioners. With a population of 302,971 and part of the Pittsburgh metro area, Pittsburgh offers access to major health systems including UPMC, Allegheny Health Network, Highmark Health.

What qualifications do I need for primary care NP jobs in Pittsburgh?

To work as an NP in Pittsburgh, PA, you need: (1) A Master's or Doctoral degree in nursing with NP specialization, (2) National board certification (ANCC or AANP), (3) An active RN and APRN license in Pennsylvania, and (4) DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances. Primary Care positions may have additional requirements specific to the employer and setting.