Step 2: Identify Eligible Sites

• Begin your search by zip code, HRSA program, HPSA score, NHSC Site Status, and the Additional Filter “Show Sites” (located in the lower left corner) to identify sites in your area.
• Continue your search by selecting additional search criteria

1. On the Health Workforce Connector home page, select “Advanced Search” on the right side of your screen.
2. Keyword: leave blank.
3. Location: Enter the ZIP code for the location(s) you are interested in working.

4. HRSA Program: Select “NHSC Active”

   

5. HPSA Scores: Select the minimum HPSA score for your program and discipline. For example, the CY2026 Primary Care HPSA score for MDs is 21.

   

6. Additional Filters: – Select “Show Sites”, then “Search.”

   

7. A Search Results column will populate, select “Sites” Tab to obtain the list of sites. Click on a site record to review the site profile.

   

8. Scroll down to the “Site Details” tab to obtain site information including, the Point(s) of Contact and to confirm the Site Status is “Active” for NHSC. 

   

    

   

9. Review the “HPSAs and other scores” section located on the right side of your screen to confirm the site has your required HPSA score for your program and discipline.

   
10. Contact/email the POC(s) directly to learn about all available opportunities (not all sites use the HWC to post positions).

11. You may connect with the site if they have any positions posted in the “Opportunities” tab. 

    

Yes, you can work at multiple sites but all of them must be NHSC-approved and meet your HPSA score requirement.

Yes, we encourage you to use all resources at your disposal to identify employers. When searching for employment opportunities using other job search engines or websites, always refer to the Health Workforce Connector to ensure the site is NHSC-approved and meets the HPSA requirement for your discipline.

Total hours worked must equal 40 hours (full-time) or 20 hours (half-time).

YES! Contact the POC directly to learn about all available opportunities that may not be posted on the HWC. POC information can be found in site details tab.