Urgent Care Physician Assistant — Impactful Career Growth

Horizon Urgent Treatment Center; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) and IRA options

Paid time off

Family leave programs

Disability coverage

Training and development

Job summary

Horizon Urgent Treatment Center in Columbus, Georgia is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our urgent care team. This full-time role involves providing essential medical care to a diverse patient base while collaborating with physicians to promote health and wellness.

You will manage patient care from diagnosis to treatment in an onsite urgent care setting, with a schedule starting at 5:00 PM, and work within a collaborative, supportive team that values ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Valid State Physician Assistant license (PA-C) and active DEA number.
• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies required.
• Strong expertise in primary and acute care practices.
• Knowledge of health care regulations to uphold standards.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ethical practices and patient-centered care.
• Team-oriented mindset with collaborative spirit.
• Ability to stay calm in high-pressure situations.
• Willingness to ongoing learning and clinical skill development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient examinations and review medical histories.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests including labs and imaging.
• Diagnose and treat urgent medical conditions from minor injuries to acute illnesses.
• Create and implement tailored treatment plans for chronic conditions.
• Prescribe medications, monitor responses and adjust plans as needed.
• Maintain meticulous patient records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions and prevention.
• Promote healthy lifestyle and community health practices.
• Engage in ongoing professional development with peers.

Skills

PA-C license

DEA license

Strong communication

Team player

Calm under pressure

Lifelong learning

Patient-centered care

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

Horizon Urgent Treatment Center in Columbus, Georgia is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our urgent care team. This full-time role involves providing essential medical care to a diverse patient base while collaborating with physicians to promote health and wellness.

You will manage patient care from diagnosis to treatment in an onsite urgent care setting, with a schedule starting at 5:00 PM, and work within a collaborative, supportive team that values ongoing professional