Advanced Practice Provider

American Family Care; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Job summary

A healthcare provider in La Porte, Texas, is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to focus on episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries. Candidates should possess a Master's Degree, a valid APRN or PA license, and have experience in urgent care. The role requires examining patients, prescribing treatments, performing minor procedures, and maintaining patient confidentiality. Benefits for full-time employees include medical, dental, vision plans, and more, in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 1+ years’ experience in urgent care.
• 1+ years’ experience as a single provider is required.
• BLS or ACLS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients aged 6 months and older.
• Prescribe treatment regimens for medical conditions.
• Perform minor procedures like suturing and drainage.
• Advise on lifestyle changes for better health.
• Complete medical records in a timely manner.

Skills

Patient examination

Prescription of medications

Communication

Minor procedures

Patient confidentiality

Education

Master’s Degree from an accredited university

APRN or PA license

Board Certification in Family Nurse Practitioner or PA

Current Texas state license

Job description

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Summary

At AFC Urgent Care, our Providers focus on episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries. We have a CLIA‑waived lab and full‑scope digital x‑rays. Providers meet, assess, and diagnose patients in our clinic and provide them with healthcare services that meet state and national standards for caregiving. The right candidate will enjoy working closely with other healthcare professionals in our organization.

Essential Functions

• Examine patients (6 months and older), obtain and document accurate medical history, address patients’ concerns, and answer patients’ questions.
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens to treat identified medical conditions.
• Discuss potential side effects of medication/treatment with patients and ensure that all allergy information is up to date before prescribing medication/treatment.
• Perform any minor procedures necessary for patient management, including but not limited to suturing, incision and drainage, foreign-body removal, etc.
• Provide advice to patients for lifestyle and diet changes that may improve their health or help to treat the health issue they are experiencing.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.
• Complete patients’ charts and information to reflect current findings and treatments.

Marginal Functions

• Accurately complete all medical records in a timely manner.
• Adhere to ongoing quality improvement objectives and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA).
• Board‑Certified Family Nurse Practitioner or Board‑Certified Physician's Assistant.
• Current Texas state license.
• 1+ years’ experience in urgent care.
• 1+ years’ experience as a single provider.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• DOT certification required.

Required Licensing

• Texas State APRN or PA.
• DOT Certification.
• APRN or PA.

Physical Demands

Speaking clearly, hearing clearly, close vision, ability to stand for extended periods, reach and bend, periodic lifting and moving of items of no more than ten (10) pounds, and walking.

Work Environment

Working in an indoor healthcare environment, moderate noise level, potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, and diseases with a requirement to wear appropriate PPE (eg. gloves, masks, etc.).

Benefits (available for full‑time employees only)

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Life/AD&D
• STD
• LTD

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. Ranked by Inc. magazine as one of the fastest‑growing companies in the U.S., AFC’s stated mission is to provide the best healthcare possible, in a kind and caring environment, while respecting the rights of all patients, in an economical manner, at times and locations convenient to the patient. If you are looking for an opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of others, join us on our mission. We invite you to grow with us and experience for yourself the satisfying and fulfilling work that the healthcare industry provides. Please note that a position may be for a company‑owned or franchise location. Each franchise‑owned and operated location recruits, hires, trains, and manages its own employees, sets its own employment policies and procedures, and provides compensation and benefits determined by that franchise owner. Company‑owned locations provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, matching 401(k), and more.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.