Primary Care APP-New Grads Welcome!

Program Overview

The Berkshire Health Systems Primary Care APP Residency is a highly selective, paid, post-graduate training program for newly graduated Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. It offers a 12–24 month structured program with a clear pathway to permanent employment within Berkshire Health Systems upon successful completion.

Why Choose This Residency?

• Competitive salary with full benefits
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 12–24 month structured program (individualized progression)
• Permanent primary care position available upon completion
• Supportive, educational preceptor environment
• Protected weekly didactic time

Program Structure

• 4 days/week: Continuity Primary Care Clinic, with protected administrative time
• 1 day/week: Specialty Rotations
• 3 hours/week: Protected Didactics & Case-Based Learning
• Quarterly formal evaluations with individualized learning plans

Clinical & Educational Focus

• Aligned with APP Fellowship & Residency (APPFA) standards across clinical care, professionalism, quality improvement, interprofessional practice, and systems-based care.
• Specialty Rotations Include Behavioral Health, Women’s Health, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Dermatology, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Urgent Care, Addiction Medicine, GI, Renal, Infectious Disease, and procedure-focused electives.

Progressive, Supportive Training Model

• Residents progress from supervised foundations to increasing autonomy, leadership, and independent practice.
• Advancement is competency-based and supported by ongoing feedback.

Mission-Driven Training Environment

• Training reflects Berkshire Health Systems’ commitment to Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, with a strong focus on inclusive, community-centered primary care.

Application Information

This is a competitive program with limited positions. Ideal candidates are motivated, curious, and committed to building a strong foundation in primary care. Supplemental documents will be required after initial application. Our Residency Director will reach out once your application is received to provide more information.