Nurse Practitioner / Physicians Assistant

Job Description

Our newly opened urgent care is seeking a per-diem Nurse Practitioner / Physicians Assistant to join our team of dedicated individuals dedicated to providing the best healthcare service to the Simi Valley community. We provide high-quality medical care to patients of all ages ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics for non-emergent conditions. As much as we are dedicated to helping our community when they are sick, our urgent care provides wellness and IV infusion services to ensure our commitment to helping our patients stay well. Our full range of services include but are not limited to: DOT exams, telehealth, sports/work physicals, and travel medicine.

Our clinic was born from the owner’s dream to help people. We don’t just run a business, we work every day to make a real difference in the lives of families in Simi Valley. We treat every patient like one of our own, and we’re committed to giving back through community programs, wellness initiatives, and local business events. If you believe that healthcare should be personal, then this team will be a great fit for you.

Responsibilities:

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with acute illnesses and minor injuries

Perform comprehensive and focused physical exams for patients of all ages (pediatric through geriatric)

Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests including:

X-rays

Point-of-care testing

Laboratory studies

Perform common urgent care procedures, which may include:

Wound care and suturing

Splinting and minor injury management

Incision and drainage (I&D)

Foreign body removal (as trained/credentialed)

Prescribe medications in accordance with California NP scope of practice

Document all patient encounters accurately and efficiently in the EMR system

Provide patient education regarding diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care

Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff as needed for complex cases or escalation of care

Ensure appropriate referrals to specialists or emergency services when indicated

Maintain compliance with clinic policies, OSHA standards, and HIPAA regulations

Requirements:

Active and unrestricted California license

Board certification as Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physicians Assistant

Active DEA license (or eligibility to obtain)

Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred depending on clinic)

Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience preferred (urgent care, ER, or primary care strongly preferred)

Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting

Comfortable managing 20–40 patients per shift depending on volume

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Schedule & Employment Type:

Per diem / as-needed coverage

Variable shifts including weekdays, weekends, and occasional evenings

No guaranteed minimum hours

Flexible scheduling based on clinic needs

Preferred Skills:

Prior urgent care or emergency medicine experience

Experience with EMR systems (Tebra, Epic, Athena, etc.)

Ability to perform minor procedures independently

Strong patient throughput efficiency while maintaining quality care