American Family Care presents an outstanding opportunity for experienced Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners to join our exceptional team in Calera, AL.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Assess and treat patients with common acute conditions, illnesses, or minor trauma in collaboration with a physician.
- Collaborate with the physician in the health care of patients with chronic illnesses.
- Diagnose and treat acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues.
- Educate patients and families about preventive care, positive behaviors, medical issues, and the use of prescribed treatments and medications.
- Maintain accurate, legible, and confidential medical records.
- Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, and referrals.
- Serve as a Medical Examiner and perform Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examinations.
- Order diagnostic tests as appropriate.
- Prescribe medications within the scope of the license.
- Facilitate the evaluation of records by physicians and peers for quality and standards and implement constructive directives.
- Promote preventive and health maintenance care, including annual physicals, positive health behaviors, self-care skills, and the use of prescribed treatments and medications through education and counseling.
- Stay current with new knowledge from conferences, workshops, professional literature, or hands-on training and incorporate it into clinical practice.
- Regular attendance to ensure efficient operations.
Qualifications :
- Current licensure as a Certified Registered Family Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP) or Physician Assistant (PANCE).
- Experience providing care for patients of all age groups.
- Proficiency in performing minor procedures.
- At least 2 years of experience in an Urgent Care, Emergency Department (ED), or Primary Care
Compensation and Benefits :
- Base hourly pay with performance bonuses.
- 100% outpatient schedule with no nights or calls.
- Shift-based with rotating weekends and holidays.
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Retirement plan with 401(k) company match.
- Paid time off.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Malpractice insurance coverage.
- UpToDate Subscription
About AFC Urgent Care :
Join the largest accessible urgent care network in the country. AFC Urgent Care provides quality care seven days a week on a walk-in basis.
Our state-of-the-art medical centers focus on treating acute illnesses and injuries, as well as providing accessible primary care.
Each clinic is equipped with a moderately complex lab and full-scope digital X-ray units. We accept most major insurance plans.
30+ days ago