Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Primary Care - Optum/Colonial Healthcare

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for a wide range of urgent medical conditions (sore throat, respiratory illness, rashes and skin infections, sprains and strains, fracture care, cuts, burns and others).
• Perform minor procedures and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., X-rays, EKGs, labs, CT scans, ultrasound, MRI, echocardiogram, PFT, urodynamic tests, and more).
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care. Communicates with patients regarding testing results, follow-up care, and additional information.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions. Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure seamless patient care.
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Follows established policies, procedures, objectives, and recommended referral practices. Participates in facility in-services, required training, recruiting, required staff meetings, and other clinic operations procedures.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and uphold clinical best practices.

Position Highlights

• Open 7 days per week
• M-F 7:30am-6pm
• Sat/Sun - 7:30am - 5pm
• Providers are required to work 13 shifts per month
• Clinician will work rotating shifts between our two locations, Sumter and Manning, South Carolina. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. Also requires travel to other sites, the ability to stand and sit for hours at a time (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Urgent care providers have an opportunity to work additional shifts for a pre-determined stipend amount and / or work in the primary care setting.

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Compensation based on quality, not quantity - including income guarantee with bonus incentives
• Dedicated CME Time & Allowance
• Excellent PTO package
• Robust retirement package including employer funded contributions
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Company paid malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Provider Partnership track with Optum

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner from an accredited program
• Active SC license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Active DEA license with no restrictions
• Ability to obtain ACLS & BLS certification within 90 days of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EMR systems
• Strong knowledge of urgent care protocols and procedures
• Familiarity with OSHA and HIPAA regulations
• Commitment to quality, safety, and infection control standards