Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic urgent care team. As a Provider in our urgent care setting, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality and efficient patient care. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in urgent care or emergency medicine, possess excellent diagnostic and communication skills, and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment and Treatment:

Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical history review and physical examinations.

Diagnose and treat a variety of urgent care conditions, injuries, and illnesses.

Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as X-rays, laboratory tests, and EKGs.

Emergency Care:

Provide timely and effective care for patients with urgent medical needs.

Stabilize patients in emergency situations and coordinate transfer to higher levels of care when necessary.

Collaboration:

Work collaboratively with the medical team, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Communicate effectively with patients and families, explaining diagnoses, treatment plans, and necessary follow-up care.

Record Keeping:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records for all patient encounters.

Document patient care plans, prescriptions, and other relevant information in compliance with healthcare regulations.

Quality Improvement:

Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives to enhance the delivery of urgent care services.

Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical protocols and guidelines.

Education and Training:

Provide education to patients regarding their conditions, treatment plans, and preventive care.

Participate in the training and orientation of new healthcare staff as needed.

Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program or Nurse Practitioner program

Current state licensure as a Certfied Physician Assistant or Certified Nurse Practitioner

Minimum of 2 years of experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or a related field.

Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Working Conditions:

Fast-paced urgent care setting with varying patient volumes.

Shift work, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Exposure to infectious diseases and potential for occupational hazards.

If you are a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner looking to make a difference in urgent care, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and contribute to the delivery of exceptional patient-centered care in an urgent care setting.