Job Description Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Urgent Care, Pleasanton, CA (Part-time) Are you passionate about providing outstanding and empathetic patient care? Do you desire to work on a highly accountable team that puts the needs of patients and the team first?
Here's your opportunity to work at a brand new, state-of-the-art medical clinic!
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WE ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING PER DIEM EMPLOYEES FOR WEEKEND COVERAGE (SAT & SUN)** We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who is highly motivated and exceptionally detail-orientated for our new urgent care centerYou must be a team player with a great bedside manner.
The Company American Family Care® (AFC) has pioneered the concept of non-emergency room urgent care. Founded by Dr. Bruce Irwin in 1982, AFC now goes beyond broken bones, offering everything from flu shots to occupational medicine. We're dedicated to quality care and patient satisfaction so that people can live life uninterrupted.
Inc. Magazine has ranked AFC as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. We're proud to serve more than three million patients each year, and with over 200 clinics nationwide, we can offer accessible care close to home.
In support of our rapid nationwide growth, we recently opened a new urgent care facility in Pleasanton, California. We are seeking a well-trained nurse practitioner or physician assistant with urgent care experience to be part of our team. This is a ground-floor opportunity that can be converted to a full-time position if desired as the center grows.
What you can expect from AFC - Compensation is between $85 and $100 per hour, dependent on previous work experience and training.
- Highly supportive environment
- Medical malpractice insurance covered
- Part-time including weekend shifts with per diem opportunities available as well
Responsibilities - You'll see walk-in patients for a variety of needs
- Must be able to see and treat all ages
- Take detailed history and perform comprehensive physical examinations of patients
- Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illnesses
- Order x-rays and labs to assist in evaluating and diagnosing illnesses and injuries
- Interpret x-rays, lab results, and EKGs
- Perform urgent care procedures including but not limited to laceration repairs, suture/staple removal, incision & drainage, foreign body removal, large joint aspirations, nail removal, joint reductions and splinting
- Consult supervising physician based on the scope of practice and patient needs
- Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities
- Communicate with collaborating physician as needed
- Triage and manage patient flow efficiently to minimize wait times
- Review and manage daily tasks, including patient callbacks regarding lab results
- Provide oversight and lead day-to-day operations for your team of medical assistants and support staff
Minimum Qualifications - Valid California license to practice as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner and be certified by the appropriate broad, in good standing
- MINIMUM 6 MONTHS EXPERIENCE in ER, urgent care or similar setting
- Ability to work ONE-TWO full weekend per month as a part-time provider
- Valid and unrestricted DEA License
- Current ACLS/BLS Certifications
- Ability to consult and treat patients of all ages in a confidential and impartial manner
- Experience treating both pediatric and adult patient populations (all ages)
- Exceptional listening, interpersonal, and empathy skills
Clinic hours will be Mon-Fri 8 am - 8 pm, and Sat-Sun 8 am - 5 pm. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation: $85.00 - $100.00 per hour
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