Urgent Care Physician Assistant

American Family Care; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 89,544 - 117,096; Full time

Job summary

American Family Care in Freehold, NJ is seeking a Licensed Physician Assistant to join our primary and urgent care team. You will collaborate with a designated physician to assess, diagnose and treat patients, manage routine conditions, and support patient flow during busy shifts.

This role offers full‑time or part‑time schedules, typical 12‑hour shifts, weekend availability, and a comprehensive benefits package with competitive pay ranging from $65 to $85 per hour.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Certified Physician Assistant.
• Ability to learn and utilize EMR system.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in primary/urgent care desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with acute conditions in collaboration with a physician.
• Educate patients and families about preventive care and treatments.
• Maintain confidential medical records and document evaluations.
• Order diagnostic tests and prescribe medications within license.
• Support patient flow and triage during busy shifts.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Weekend/holiday flexibility

Patient care focus

Education

Certified Physician Assistant license

Job description

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

Responsible for the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients through collaboration with a designated physician.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with common acute conditions, illnesses, or minor trauma in collaboration with a physician
• Collaborate with the physician in the health care of patients with chronic illnesses.
• Educate patients and/or families about preventive care, positive behaviors, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.
• Maintain legible, accurate, and confidential medical records.
• Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations.
• Order diagnostic tests as appropriate.
• Prescribe medications within scope of license.
• Facilitate evaluation of records by physician(s) according to protocols and receive and implement constructive directives.
• Promote preventive and health maintenance care, including annual physicals, positive health behaviors, self‑care skills, and use of prescribed medical treatments and medications through education and counseling.
• Regular attendance to ensure efficient operations.
• Experience with wound care and laceration management.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in patient flow through patient triage and other nursing duties as needed.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and utilize Electronic Medical Records system.
• Ability and willingness to work weekend and holiday work as required.
• Flexible, self‑motivated individual who is dedicated to quality patient care and customer satisfaction.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Works effectively in a team environment.
• Projects a positive image and has a “Patients First” attitude.
• Prior experience in primary/urgent care or internal medicine practice is desirable.

Education And Experience

• Current licensure as a Certified Physician Assistant.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Job Types

Full‑time, Part‑time

Pay

$65.00 - $85.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• CME stipend
• Retirement plan
• Retirement benefit

Medical Specialties

• Emergency Medicine
• Urgent Care

Schedule

• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location

One location

Compensation

$65.00 - $85.00 per hour

PS: It’s All About You!

American Family Care has pioneered the concept of convenient, patient‑centric healthcare. Today, with more than 250 clinics and 800 in‑network physicians caring for over 6 million patients a year, AFC is the nation's leading provider of urgent care, accessible primary care, and occupational medicine. Ranked by Inc. magazine as one of the fastest‑growing companies in the U.S., AFC’s stated mission is to provide the best healthcare possible, in a kind and caring environment, while respecting the rights of all patients, in an economical manner, at times and locations convenient to the patient.

About the Opportunity

If you are looking for an opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of others, join us on our mission. We invite you to grow with us and experience for yourself the satisfying and fulfilling work that the healthcare industry provides.

Note

Please note that a position may be for a company‑owned or franchise location. Each franchise‑owned and operated location recruits, hires, trains, and manages their own employees, sets their own employment policies and procedures, and provides compensation and benefits determined by that franchise owner. Company‑owned locations provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, matching 401(k), and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.