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American Family Care lists this Advanced Practice Provider - (Family Nurse Practitioners/Emergency Nurse Practitioners/Physicia[...] opportunity in baytown, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Advanced Practice Provider - (Family Nurse Practitioners/Emergency Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistant)
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Summary
At AFC Urgent Care, our Providers focus on episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries. We have a CLIA‑waived lab and full‑scope digital x‑rays. Providers meet, assess, and diagnose patients in our clinic and provide them with healthcare services that meet state and national standards for caregiving. The right candidate will enjoy working closely with other healthcare professionals in our organization.
Essential Functions
Examine patients (6 months and older), obtain and document accurate medical history, address patients' concerns, and answer patients' questions.
Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens to treat identified medical conditions.
Discuss potential side effects of medication/treatment with patients and ensure that all allergy information is up to date before prescribing medication/treatment.
Perform any minor procedures necessary for patient management, including but not limited to suturing, incision and drainage, foreign body removal, etc.
Provide advice to patients for lifestyle and diet changes that may improve their health or help to treat the health issue they are experiencing.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.
Complete patients' charts and information to reflect current findings and treatments.
Marginal Functions
Accurately complete all medical records in a timely manner.
Adhere to ongoing quality improvement objectives and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree from an Accredited University
Licensed as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) OR Physician Assistant (PA)
Board‑Certified Family Nurse Practitioner OR Board‑Certified Physician's Assistant
Current Texas State License
1+ years’ experience in Urgent Care
1+ years’ experience as Single Provider
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certified preferred.
DOT Certification required
Required Licensing
Texas State Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) OR Physician Assistant (PA)
DOT Certification
APRN or PA
Physical Demands
Required for this position include the ability to speak clearly, hear clearly, close vision, the ability to stand for extended periods, the ability to reach and bend, periodic lifting and moving of items of no more than ten (10) pounds, and walking.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job are working in an indoor healthcare environment, working with a moderate noise level, working with a potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and diseases with a requirement to wear appropriate PPE (i.e., gloves, masks, etc.).
Benefits (available For Full‑time Employees ONLY)
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Life/AD&D
STD
LTD
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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Medical Practices
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Worksite address
baytown, TX, 77522, US
Who can apply
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