Physician Assistant; Nurse Practitioner

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive and focused histories and physical examinations.
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and minor injuries.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., labs, X-rays, EKGs).
• Perform procedures such as suturing, splinting, incision and drainage, wound care, foreign body removal, and other minor procedures.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations.
• Provide patient education regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
• Determine appropriate disposition (discharge, referral, emergency department transfer).
• Collaborate with supervising physicians and healthcare team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) - Experity.
• Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, infection control standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings as required.

Qualifications

• Education & Certification:
  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (FNP/ENP preferred) or Physician Assistant program.
  • Current, unrestricted state license.
  • DEA registration.
  • Board certification (AANP, ANCC, NCCPA, or equivalent).
  • Current BLS certification required.
  • ACLS and PALS preferred (or required based on patient population).
  • DOT Certification
• Experience:
  • Minimum 1–2 years of urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care experience preferred.
  • Experience with pediatric and adult populations preferred.
  • Proficiency in common urgent care procedures.