About this opportunity
American Family Care lists this Physician Assistant opportunity in shelton, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join to apply for the Advanced Practice Provider role at American Family Care
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Benefits/Perks
Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement benefit, CME stipend, and more!
Great Health Care work environment
Flexible scheduling
Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement benefit, CME stipend, and more!
Company Overview
American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S. providing services seven days a week on a walk‑in basis. Our state‑of‑the‑art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in‑house x‑ray capability. AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF). This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.
Job Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) cares for our patients within the scope of training and approved the agreement, as outlined by their governing board. Works collaboratively with other providers and staff to ensure efficient patient flow and a high level of patient satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Perform complete, detailed, and accurate health histories, review patient records, develop comprehensive medical assessments, and order laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, race, sex, and physical condition of the patient.
Formulate medical and nursing diagnoses and institute therapy or referrals of patients to the appropriate health care facilities, agencies, and other resources of the community or physician.
Institute emergency measures and emergency treatment or appropriate stabilization measures in situations such as cardiac arrest, shock, hemorrhage, convulsions, poisoning, and allergic reactions.
Interpret and analyze patient data to determine patient status, patient management and treatment.
Provide instructions and guidance regarding health care and health care promotion to patients/family/ significant others.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Excellent communicator with staff, patients, and family.
Professional appearance and attitude.
ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA Board Certified – (with 1 yr ER/UC experience preferred).
Active and current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner licensure in the state of practice, DEA number, and state-controlled substance certificate, as required.
Able to multi‑task and work independently.
Compensation: $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Worksite address
shelton, CT, 06484, US
Who can apply
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