Full Job Description
Are you a dedicated healthcare professional looking to make a significant impact in a thriving community? American Family Care (AFC) is seeking experienced Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to join our dynamic team at our state-of-the-art urgent care facility in Tuscaloosa, AL. With a minimum of 2 years of experience in primary or urgent care, you could be a perfect fit for our team!
Why Join American Family Care (AFC)?
As the largest urgent care network in the country, AFC offers a supportive work environment where you can thrive professionally while making a difference in the community.
Benefits of working with AFC:
- Competitive base hourly pay with performance bonuses.
- 100% outpatient schedule with no nights or on-call duties.
- Shift-based with rotating weekends
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan with 401(k) company match.
- Paid time off and short-term/long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance and malpractice coverage.
- UpToDate subscription
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assess and treat patients with common acute conditions, illnesses, or minor trauma in collaboration with a physician.
- Manage chronic illness care in partnership with physicians.
- Diagnose and treat a wide range of healthcare issues.
- Educate patients and families on preventive care, treatment plans, and medication use.
- Maintain accurate and confidential medical records.
- Conduct Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examinations.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
- Prescribe medications within your scope of practice.
- Promote preventive and health maintenance care through patient education and counseling.
- Stay current with medical advancements and integrate new knowledge into practice.
Qualifications:
- Licensure: Current certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP) or Physician Assistant (PANCE).
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years in primary or urgent care.
- Skills: Proficient in using EMR systems, flexible with weekends and holidays, excellent communication skills, and a positive, patient-first attitude.
If you’re ready to advance your career in a city that offers both professional fulfillment and an exceptional quality of life, consider joining AFC in Tuscaloosa, AL. Apply today and become part of a team that’s committed to providing outstanding care to our community!