Physician

American Family Care; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefits

Employee referral incentives

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A leading urgent care provider in Connecticut is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to care for patients and collaborate with medical staff. The role includes performing medical assessments, developing diagnoses, and providing patient instructions. Ideal candidates should be board certified with a current medical license in Connecticut and possess strong communication skills. This full-time position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $150,000 to $180,000 per year along with benefits such as health insurance and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA Board Certified with 1 year ER/UC experience preferred.
• Active Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner licensure in Connecticut required.
• Skills in emergency treatment and patient management.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete and accurate health histories and develop medical assessments.
• Formulate medical diagnoses and institute therapy or referrals.
• Provide instructions and guidance on healthcare to patients and families.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Professional appearance and attitude

Ability to multi-task

Education

ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA Board Certified

Active Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner licensure

Job description

Job Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) cares for patients within the scope of training and approved agreements, as outlined by the governing board. They work collaboratively with other providers and staff to ensure efficient patient flow and a high level of patient satisfaction. This position works directly with a franchised business location. Specific job duties and benefits may vary between franchises.

Benefits/Perks

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Employee referral incentives
• Great small business work environment
• Flexible scheduling
• Additional perks!

Sign on Bonus

$5,000.00 Sign on Bonus!

Responsibilities

• Perform complete, detailed, and accurate health histories, review patient records, develop comprehensive medical assessments, and order laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, race, sex, and physical condition of the patient.
• Formulate medical and nursing diagnoses and institute therapy or referrals of patients to the appropriate health care facilities, agencies, and other resources of the community or physician.
• Institute emergency measures and emergency treatment or appropriate stabilization measures in situations such as cardiac arrest, shock, hemorrhage, convulsions, poisoning, and allergic reactions.
• Interpret and analyze patient data to determine patient status, patient management and treatment.
• Provide instructions and guidance regarding health care and health care promotion to patients/family/ significant others.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent communicator with staff, patients, and family.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA Board Certified – (with 1 yr ER/UC experience preferred).
• Active and current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner licensure in the state of practice, DEA number, and state-controlled substance certificate, as required.
• Able to multi‑task and work independently.

Company Overview

American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S., providing services seven days a week on a walk‑in basis. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in‑house x‑ray capability. AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF).

PS: It’s All About You! American Family Care has pioneered the concept of convenient, patient‑centric healthcare. Today, with more than 250 clinics and 800 in‑network physicians caring for over 6 million patients a year, AFC is the nation’s leading provider of urgent care, accessible primary care, and occupational medicine.

Compensation

$150,000.00 – $180,000.00 per year

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Medical Practices

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.