Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care - Greeley Colorado

UCHealth; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 102,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Greeley, Colorado, is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for their Urgent Care Clinic. The role requires a commitment to patient care, with responsibilities including assessments, treatment management, and patient education. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and qualifications, including a Master's degree and necessary certifications. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Relocation support

Paid malpractice

CME allowance

Retirement plans with employer contributions

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Educational assistance including tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Urgent Care or Emergency Room settings.
• Full prescriptive authority required for Family Nurse Practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient history and perform assessments.
• Provide direct treatment and management of health conditions.
• Educate patients about preventative health and treatment options.

Skills

Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Independent Operation

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Master's in Nursing

Job description

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care - Greeley Colorado

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Job Details

This position offers a salary range of $102,615.00 to $149,132.00 per year, based on skills and experience. UCHealth Medical Group and the Elk Lakes Urgent Care Clinic in Greeley, Colorado, are seeking a full-time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner committed to excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient history and perform assessments through observation, interviews, and examinations. Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic procedures.
• Provide direct treatment and management of health conditions, including prescribing authority or referrals.
• Educate patients and families about preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.
• Conduct health assessments, screenings, immunizations, and preventative care.
• Work within scope, demonstrating critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Requirements

For all candidates:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with pediatric and adult patients in Urgent Care or Emergency Room settings.

Family Nurse Practitioners: Must have full prescriptive authority.

Additional Qualifications for Physician Assistants

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
• Unrestricted Colorado Physician Assistant license.
• PA-C certification from NCCPA.
• Unrestricted DEA license for prescribing medications.
• Ability to maintain Medicare and Medicaid provider status.
• No sanctions or exclusions from federal or state health programs.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Additional Qualifications for Nurse Practitioners

• Master's in Nursing and graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Certification from ANCC or AANPCB.
• Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Colorado or multi-state compact.
• Full prescriptive authority and DEA license.
• Ability to maintain Medicare/Medicaid provider status.
• No sanctions or exclusions from federal or state health programs.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including:

• Salary range of $102,615 to $149,132 annually, with potential bonuses based on performance.
• Relocation support, paid malpractice, CME allowance.
• Retirement plans with employer contributions, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, disability coverage.
• Wellness programs, voluntary benefits, paid time off, and educational assistance including tuition reimbursement.

About UCHealth

UCHealth is a nonprofit health system with 33,000 employees, 14 hospitals, and numerous clinics across Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska, committed to high-quality care and innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employment

UCHealth values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer, offering accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities.