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Date posted: May 13, 2026
Pay: From $55 to $75 per hour
Job description:
Title: Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Location: Aiken Novant Health Urgent Care
Status: Full-Time
Who Are We?
Part of the Novant Health family based in North Carolina, Novant Health Urgent Care (formerly Doctors Care) provides exceptional healthcare through our network of more than 50 urgent care centers and 20 physical therapy facilities across South Carolina. Our Columbia-based headquarters delivers non-medical management and administrative services to support these locations. For decades, we have been committed to delivering exceptional, convenient, and affordable healthcare experiences to families and communities throughout the Palmetto State.
Why Doctors Care? Here’s What We Offer!
- Competitive wages
- Incentive Pay Program
- Eligible employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
- Generous PTO
- 403(b) with possible 100% vested match
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Short term and Long-term Disability
- Whole and Term Life Insurance
- Rewarding Careers
- Great working environment
What Are We Looking For?
NHUC is currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is responsible for providing primary care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care
Key Responsibilities
- Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assess presented illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
- Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails.
- Participates in quality improvement, continuing education and other patient care programs established by Doctors Care, P.A.
- Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to Federal guidelines and regulations.
- Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
- Alone or in collaboration with a physician, develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Proficient in performing procedure, such as minor lacerations repairs, abscess drainage and splinting. Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies. Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner.
- Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy.
Do You Have What It Takes?
A good candidate will bring with them:
- NP: Certification as a nurse practitioner from an approved nurse practitioner program
- NP: Current APRN License in the State of South Carolina
- PA: Current national certification from the National Commission on Certification of PA’s
- PA: Current State PA license
- Current Federal DEA and South Carolina controlled substance Certificate of Registration
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, along with proper telephone etiquette
- Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
- Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
- Performs in a tactful and professional manner
- Current Basic Life Support certification
An ideal candidate would also have:
- NP: MSN
- PA: Masters Degree
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Pay: $55.00 – $75.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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