Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

Benefits: Health insuranceVision insurance401(k)Dental insuranceFlexible schedule We are looking for a responsible Physician Assistant to support the doctors’ work and actively facilitate urgent care & primary care patients’ recovery. You will apply medical techniques and principles under the direction of a physician and you will deal with a diverse set of patients offering them care and encouragement. Responsibilities Assess patients’ health and their demands and aim to fulfill them as well as possibleIssue appropriate prescriptions and administer medicineInform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might ariseAcquire and review patient histories identifying abnormal conditionsMonitor patients’ progress and keep records of treatments, surgeries or other medical eventsAttend to emergenciesProvide help during surgeriesPrepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure and temperature, administer injections etc)Provide therapeutic treatments (disinfecting wounds, stitching etc.)Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patientsComply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standardsCollaborate effectively with team members of various specializations Skills Proven work experience as a physician assistant. Prior Urgent Care/ER/Family Medicine experience as a PA is highly desired, at least 3 years.Knowledge of medical guidelines and procedures regarding examination, therapy and recoveryFamiliarity with advancements in medical technology and current know-howProblem solving skills and ability to multi-taskCaring and compassionateTeam player with good communication skillsBSc/MA in Physician Assistant Studies, Health Science or Medical Science Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Contract Benefits: 401(k)Dental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee discountFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offReferral programRetirement planVision insurance Medical Specialty: Primary CareUrgent Care Schedule: 12 hour shiftHolidaysMonday to FridayWeekends as needed 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. 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. 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. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.