Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Piedmont Urgent Care by Wellstreet; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling (3-day/12-hour shifts)

Competitive compensation and bonus plan

Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental

Life/Work balance opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Piedmont Urgent Care by Wellstreet is seeking dedicated Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners in Covington, GA. This full-time position offers a flexible schedule with no overnight shifts, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities include planning and implementing patient care, maintaining high patient satisfaction, and effective communication. Ideal candidates will hold a valid Georgia license and possess procedural experience. Join our team to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Valid license to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Georgia.
• Experience with urgent care or emergency medicine preferred.
• DEA registration and experience with procedures required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement high-quality medical care for patients.
• Ensure excellent patient satisfaction and adhere to service standards.
• Document and report all services rendered correctly.

Skills

Advanced patient care

Communication skills

Bedside manner

Procedural skills (suturing, drainage)

Diagnostic reading (x-rays, EKGs)

Education

Advanced degree in Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Current and valid license (FNP-C or PA-C)

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Job Category: Advanced Practice Providers

Requisition Number: NURSE007546

• Posted: April 23, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Covington, 5239 Highway 278 NE, Covington, GA 30014, USA

Piedmont Urgent Care seeks talented, patient-oriented Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners who are relentlessly dedicated to ensuring the delivery of exceptional customer service by putting patients’ needs first.

Piedmont Urgent Care has emerged as a leading provider of accessible, high-quality healthcare services with over 70+ centers in GA. Our journey has been marked by a commitment to delivering uncompromising medical care while ensuring convenience and compassion for our patients. Becoming a member of our team is not just a job; it’s a meaningful purpose we all share - "To ensure that our patients and team members feel valued and well cared for!".

A role with Piedmont Urgent Care would be more than a career; it’s an opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. To provide uncompromising care one patient at a time.

So, we would like to invite you to be part of something bigger, to contribute to a purposeful endeavor that goes beyond the ordinary. Your skills and passion are not just valued; they are essential to our collective success.

Perks of Being a Team Member

• We are hiring Providers for FT (30 or 36 hrs) and PT (24 hrs) schedules ONLY. At this time, we do NOT have opportunities for PRN/Per Diem and are not hiring new graduates.
• Life/Work Balance – We offer a flexible 3‑day/12‑hour week/8am‑8pm schedule for FT status. No overnight shifts required!
• FT status + Benefits start at ONLY 30 hours per week!
• Competitive Compensation Package + Bonus Plan
• Fully covered malpractice including tail coverage
• Competitive benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance and MORE
• Matching 401K plan
• Career Growth opportunities

Responsibilities

• Plan, evaluate, and implement high‑quality medical care for patients, both adults and children in cooperation with center physicians.
• Adhere to the service and courtesy standards of Piedmont Urgent Care by delivering the highest standard of patient satisfaction at all times.
• Provide patient care within the respective clinical area in compliance with Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations, and Piedmont Urgent Care policies and procedures.
• Serve as a resource for patients/families and staff.
• Provide an authenticated report of all services rendered and maintain accurate and complete records in an acceptable manner.
• Complete necessary documentation and ensure communication to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement.
• Participate in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the urgent care.
• Participate in activities that enhance professional development, complete and maintain certification in BLS, ACLS, ATLS, PALS or NALS, and maintain any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the area assigned.
• This position will report to the Regional Vice President of Clinical Operations and/or Area Clinical Operations Director (ACOD).

Minimum Qualifications

• Current and valid license to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP‑C or FNP‑BC) or Physician Assistant (PA‑C) in Georgia.
• Advanced degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program of study.
• Current DEA registration.
• Experience with procedures including suturing and drainage of abscesses.
• Experience with reading diagnostic studies including x‑rays and EKGs.
• BLS certification (we will provide this if needed).
• Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing set forth by WellStreet Urgent Care.
• Experience in Urgent Care, Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and other employees.

Personal Characteristics

• Outstanding bedside manner with children and adults.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and other employees.
• Positive, energetic attitude that inspires other team members.
• Sense of service and team orientation absent of hubris.
• Desire to contribute to building and maintaining a great organization.
• Willingness at all times to go the extra mile to create an outstanding experience for customers and to train and lead the center team to do the same.
• A desire to work in concert with others in an upbeat and supportive atmosphere while reinforcing the organization’s mission to provide uncompromising service.
• A compelling desire to serve others, improve your community’s health, and have fun every day.

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