Urgent Care Physician Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

CME stipend

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

American Family Care is seeking a Certified Physician Assistant in Milltown, NJ. The role involves diagnosing and treating patients, collaborating with physicians, and educating patients about health maintenance. We offer both full-time and part-time opportunities with a competitive hourly pay rate of $65.00 – $85.00. Join our team and contribute to our mission of providing excellent patient-centered healthcare in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to work weekends and holidays.
• Projects a positive image and has a 'Patients First' attitude.
• Experience with wound care and laceration management.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with common acute conditions.
• Collaborate with the physician in patient health care.
• Educate patients about preventive care and treatments.

Skills

Ability to learn and utilize Electronic Medical Records

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility and self-motivation

Prior experience in primary/urgent care

Education

Current licensure as a Certified Physician Assistant

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 (compensation may vary by location)

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• CME stipend
• Flexible scheduling
• Small business work environment

Medical Specialties

• Emergency Medicine
• Urgent Care

Schedule

• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location

One location

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.

We invite you to grow with us and experience for yourself the satisfying and fulfilling work that the healthcare industry provides.

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.