Family Medicine - Full-Time NP/PA

Advocate Health; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual productivity bonuses

Generous PTO

CME reimbursement

Malpractice coverage

Retirement contributions

Administrative support

Job summary

Wake Forest Health Network seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for its Family Medicine – Premier team in High Point, North Carolina. The APP will focus on primary care, chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol), acute illness treatment, minor procedures, and injury care.

The role emphasizes team-based care within a physician-led network. Outpatient duties include exams, care planning, and collaboration with the medical team, with

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program or Nurse Practitioner Master’s program.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough patient examinations and evaluations in medical/surgical settings.
• Develop and implement patient care plans with medical team collaboration.
• Order and interpret labs and diagnostic procedures; explain procedures to patients.
• Possess procedural skills per department guidelines and participate in teaching/mentoring.

Skills

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Patient care planning

Outpatient care

Education

Physician Assistant Master’s

Nurse Practitioner Master’s

Job description

Explore an exciting opportunity with the Family Medicine - Premier team as we eagerly welcome a skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dynamic team in High Point, North Carolina. This is a great opportunity for APPs interested in primary care, specialization in the management of chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease and high cholesterol, diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, minor surgeries and injury treatment and more.

The Wake Forest Health Network is a physician-led, non-faculty multispecialty group practice affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment where teamwork is valued, and every member plays a vital role in our success. We boast a team-oriented culture that encourages open communication and partnership to provide exceptional patient care within our facilities.

What You'll Do:

As a valued member of our healthcare team, the PA/NP will play a key role in team-focused patient care, conducting thorough examinations and evaluations in medical/surgical settings. Responsibilities include:

1. Using medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
2. Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team-based care.
3. Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures.Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
4. Procedural skills per department or practice guidelines.
5. Opportunity to participate in basic science and clinical research projects.
6. Potential for and encouraged to precept students and/or medical learners.
7. Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment.
8. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

The clinician functions under the regulatory mandate from their respective licensing organization (North Carolina Medical Board or North Carolina Board of Nursing) with departmental specific credentialing from the institution.

Physician Assistant (PA) Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program; Master's Degree preferred
• Current North Carolina Medical Board Medical License, Certified by NCCPA
• Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to start
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing is required to start

Nurse Practitioner (NP) Requirements:

• Graduation from accredited Nurse Practitioner Master's Program, Master's degree or higher required
• Current North Carolina Board of Nursing Registered Nurseand Nurse Practitioner license
• Board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by AANP or ANCC
• Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to start
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing is required to start

What We Have to Offer:

• Salary:Receive a competitive salary offer when you join the Wake Forest Health Network.
• Annual Productivity Bonuses: Earn annual incentive bonuses based on achieving high productivity.
• Generous PTO:Accrue up to 25 days per year in addition to 7 holidays and 5 days for Continuing Medical Education.
• CME Reimbursement:Receive up to $2,500 for Continuing Medical Education.
• Schedule:This role entails 100% outpatient care, with full-time providers working 36 patient-facing hours and 4 administrative hours.
• Call:Some locations offer telephone-only call with a light rotation for evenings and weekends.
• Robust Benefits:Enjoy a comprehensive package that includes retirement contributions, malpractice coverage, and more starting the first day of employment.
• Supportive Environment:You'll benefit from strong community relationships and exceptional administrative support.
• Career Growth & Stability:Experience a rewarding career with ample opportunities for advancement and stability, supported by a consistently high patient volume.

Where You'll Live:

The picturesque cities of North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region are ranked among US News & World Report's Top 50 Best Places to Live and Top 40 Best Places to Retire in 2024. This includes:

• Affordable Living:Enjoy a family-friendly and affordable area, with housing costs 31% below the national average.
• Great Schools: Access to top-notch educational institutions and high-ranking school systems provide excellent opportunities for personal and academic growth.
• Vibrant Neighborhoods: Join a regional population of 1.6 million residents, where lively downtowns and family-orientated neighborhoods create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
• A Rich Quality of Life: Indulge in a vibrant lifestyle within North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region, boasting an abundance of walking and biking trails, nationally acclaimed golf courses, active arts communities, tantalizing Southern cuisine, and an array of artisan craft breweries and wineries.

When you join Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, you are welcomed into an inclusive culture that celebrates and respects the contributions a diverse team can make together. In our nationally-renowned integrated health system, you can work alongside the most advanced minds in medicine to improve medicine, elevate hope and advance healing – for all.