Part Time/Per Diem Physicians Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

American Family Care; Lyndhurst (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in urgent care is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join their team. This role focuses on providing exceptional patient care, performing thorough health assessments, and collaborating with a dedicated team to ensure efficient patient flow. The ideal candidate will be a licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently. With a commitment to high-quality care, this position offers a dynamic environment where you can make a real difference in patients' lives. Join a forward-thinking company that values flexibility and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefit

CME stipend

Great small business work environment

Qualifications

• ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA Board Certified with ER/UC experience preferred.
• Active Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed health histories and develop comprehensive medical assessments.
• Institute emergency measures and provide patient management.

Skills

Communication Skills

Emergency Response

Patient Assessment

Medical Diagnosis

Multi-tasking

Education

Physician Assistant License

Nurse Practitioner License

Job description

***SOME WEEKEND AVAILABILITY IS CRITICAL***

Benefits/Perks

• Great small business work environment
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement benefit, CME stipend, and more!

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. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability.

AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF). This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.

Job Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) cares for our patients within the scope of training and approved the agreement, as outlined by their governing board. Works collaboratively with other providers and staff to ensure efficient patient flow and a high level of patient satisfaction.

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