Careers
Founded in 1977, North Shore Community Health now serves over 16,000 patients annually, with a budget of $28 million and remains a trusted health home for diverse populations. Employees are critical to our mission of building healthy communities by providing exceptional care to all. Embracing the community is at the core of our work, which would not be possible without our staff. If you are looking for a rewarding career that will have a direct positive impact on patients’ lives, join us at North Shore Community Health.
Culture
North Shore Community Health is a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving the North Shore community and dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible and culturally responsive health care services.
We have three full-time family practice sites, two school-based health and behavioral health centers, and behavioral health only sites in four Salem schools. Each site delivers high quality, culturally competent, comprehensive primary care – medical, dental and behavioral health services. We also offer supportive services, such as health education, translation, health insurance eligibility and enrollment assistance, and transportation, that promote access to health care.
With a mission to ensure “Healthy People, Vibrant Communities”, North Shore Community Health embodies our core values of accountability, integrity, empathy, courage, respect, and commitment.
As a community-based safety net healthcare provider, North Shore Community Health actively encourage diversity and welcomes staff members who reflect the rich tapestry of our communities. We highly value the contributions of our team members and offer a wide range of perks and comprehensive benefits. These include health and wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness opportunities, and other appealing benefits.
We believe in supporting our employees from day one, and all eligible staff members can take advantage of these benefits right from the start of their employment. We aim to foster a supportive and rewarding environment that empowers our team members to provide exceptional care to our communities.
Job Types
Physician
A family practice physician provides comprehensive, lifelong healthcare for patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors. They serve as the primary point of contact in the medical system, balancing daily preventative care with the treatment of everyday illnesses and chronic conditions.
Physician Assistant
A Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed medical professional who practices medicine with a supervising physician. They perform many of the same duties as doctors—such as examining patients, diagnosing illnesses, prescribing medication, and assisting in surgery.
Benefits
Health & Wellness
Insurance
Financial Assistance & Security
Work/Life Balance
Professional Growth
NorthShore Community Health provides comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits plans, and access to reduced cost membership at our local YMCA of the North Shore.
All Active Full-Time North Shore Community Health Employees working 30 hours or more per week, except for any person working on a temporary or seasonal basis, is eligible for group basic life insurance and group short term disability insurance.
North Shore Community Health offers a variety of additional benefits including tax advantage programs, 24/7 Travel Assistance, Identity Theft Full Restoration Services and Real-time Card Monitoring provided by Reliance Standard.
Through our Working Advantage program, employees may also enjoy discounted rates on a variety of activities, services, and products.
North Shore Community Health offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides professional and confidential services to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues. EAP benefits are free of charge, 100% confidential, available to all family members regardless of location, and easily accessible. We also offer retirement services.
North Shore Community Health also supports flexible and hybrid work settings, when applicable, to promote work-life balance and employee well-being. Employees also enjoy competitive earned time.
North Shore Community Health provides tuition reimbursement in specific educational circumstances, such as licensure, certificates, and CEUs.
Health & Wellness
NorthShore Community Health provides comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits plans, and access to reduced cost membership at our local YMCA of the North Shore.
Insurance
All Active Full-Time North Shore Community Health Employees working 30 hours or more per week, except for any person working on a temporary or seasonal basis, is eligible for group basic life insurance and group short term disability insurance.
Financial Assistance & Security
North Shore Community Health offers a variety of additional benefits including tax advantage programs, 24/7 Travel Assistance, Identity Theft Full Restoration Services and Real-time Card Monitoring provided by Reliance Standard.
Through our Working Advantage program, employees may also enjoy discounted rates on a variety of activities, services, and products.
Work/Life Balance
North Shore Community Health offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides professional and confidential services to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues. EAP benefits are free of charge, 100% confidential, available to all family members regardless of location, and easily accessible. We also offer retirement services.
North Shore Community Health also supports flexible and hybrid work settings, when applicable, to promote work-life balance and employee well-being. Employees also enjoy competitive earned time.
Professional Growth
North Shore Community Health provides tuition reimbursement in specific educational circumstances, such as licensure, certificates, and CEUs.
Employee Testimonials
Rosy Denton
Rosy Denton is the Senior Manager of Quality Improvement at North Shore Community Health Center, where she leads the Population Health team. In her role, Rosy is dedicated to advancing community wellness through education, outreach, and innovative health initiatives that empower individuals to make informed decisions that can help keep them healthy.
Amer El-Haddad
Amer El-Haddad, M.D. is the Chief Medical Officer at North Shore Community Health Center. Amer has over a decade of experience in front-line and leadership work at inner-city community health centers.
Kristin Darden, MD
Dr. Kristin Darden is the medical director of Salem Family Health and focuses her patient directed care towards individuals within the context of their community in addition to gender supportive care and long-acting reversible contraception.