Urgent Care Physician Assistant

American Family Care Old Bridge; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in urgent care is seeking a dedicated Certified Physician Assistant to join their team. This role involves assessing and treating patients with acute conditions while collaborating closely with a physician. You will play a vital role in educating patients about preventive care and ensuring accurate medical documentation. The position offers a supportive work environment with flexible scheduling and competitive pay. If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this is the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Flexible scheduling

CME stipend

Great small business work environment

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and utilize Electronic Medical Records system.
• Prior experience in primary/urgent care or internal medicine practice is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with common acute conditions in collaboration with a physician.
• Educate patients about preventive care and medical treatments.

Skills

Electronic Medical Records

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Patient Care

Education

Certified Physician Assistant Licensure

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

• Great small business work environment
• Full Time Position
• 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
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.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $65.00 - $85.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Emergency Medicine
• Urgent Care

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location