Urgent Care PA/NP: Patient Care, Flexible Schedule

American Family Care Grand Rapids; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Job summary

American Family Care Grand Rapids is seeking a responsible Physician Assistant to support doctors in urgent care and primary care. You will apply medical techniques under physician direction and care for a diverse patient population with dedication and compassion.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, furnishing prescriptions, documenting histories, and assisting in surgeries when needed. A strong team player with communication skills is essential for our on-site, multi-specialty team in

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a physician assistant. Prior Urgent Care/ER/Family Medicine experience as a PA is highly desired, at least 3 years.
• Knowledge of medical guidelines and procedures regarding examination, therapy and recovery
• Familiarity with advancements in medical technology and current know-how
• Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task
• Caring and compassionate
• Team player with good communication skills
• BSc/MA in Physician Assistant Studies, Health Science or Medical Science

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' health and their demands and aim to fulfill them as well as possible
• Issue appropriate prescriptions and administer medicine
• Inform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might arise
• Acquire and review patient histories identifying abnormal conditions
• Monitor patients' progress and keep records of treatments, surgeries or other medical events
• Attend to emergencies
• Provide help during surgeries
• Prepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure and temperature, administer injections etc)
• Provide therapeutic treatments (disinfecting wounds, stitching etc.)
• Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients
• Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards
• Collaborate effectively with team members of various specializations

Skills

Physician assistant experience

Urgent care/ER/family medicine

Medical knowledge & guidelines

Communication & compassion

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

American Family Care Grand Rapids is seeking a responsible Physician Assistant to support doctors in urgent care and primary care. You will apply medical techniques under physician direction and care for a diverse patient population with dedication and compassion.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, furnishing prescriptions, documenting histories, and assisting in surgeries when needed. A strong team player with communication skills is essential for our on-site, multi-specialty team in