Physician Assistant - Nurse Practioner - APP - Urgent Care

AFC Urgent Care

Naperville, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Licensing, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Office Administration, Medical Terminology, Medical Tests, Medications, Patient Care, Physician Assistant, Problem Solving Skills, Radiography, Testing, Training/Teaching, Treatment Plan, Urgent Care
LOCATION
Naperville, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

We are seeking a new APP to join our team at our Naperville and Willowbrook locations. Candidates should expect to work at either location although we will try to keep you in one location if desired and compatible with the practice needs. We are open M-F 8-8 and SS 8-5. All candidates must be willing to work all shift types.

 Benefits/Perks
  • Competitive Compensation
  • 401K
  • Health Insurance, Dental, Vision
  • Great Work Environment
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary
We are seeking an APP to join our team! As an APP, you will be examining patients, collecting patient medical history, and making tentative diagnoses on minor and major issues. You will also be reading diagnostic tests and reports, interpreting data, taking the time with each patient to explain their test results and medical diagnoses, and prescribing therapy or medication with a physician's approval. The ideal candidate has an excellent bedside manner, experience charting in a medical environment, and has strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

Responsibilities 
  • Examine each patient, take a detailed medical history, and chart everything medically important in their records
  • Read test results, interpret data appropriately, and make diagnostic suggestions based on those results
  • Explain to the patient test results and expected health outcomes
  • Prescribe medication or therapy or perform procedures
  • Work closely with nurses, other Physician Assistants, and Physicians to formulate a full, comprehensive treatment plan
Qualifications
  • Valid state licensing required
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with medical terminology, charting, and diagnostic tests
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
The ideal candidate is a strong team player, willing to pitch in to provide the best experience for our patients from check in to discharge. We take care of our patients as a team. We have strong support from our medical director who is usually present in the clinic and always available for consultation. 

We are open to new grads who are willing to go through a training program with our director. This would entail a lower starting compensation and odd hours until proficient in the clinic. 

All are eligible for additional compensation for obtaining certifications:
DOT, Limited X-ray
Earning these certifications will increase hourly compensation.

About the Company

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AFC Urgent Care

Our Mission

With a mission to change the way urgent care is delivered in the United States, AFC Urgent Care Denver is a medical organization providing high-quality, compassionate urgent care to communities across the country. Our medicines treat aches and pains and our physicians treat people. We are constantly looking for better ways to do both. We strive for fresh thinking and best practices in the fields of urgent care and occupational medicine.

Our People

We share similar core values that drive us to bring the best of who we are to work every day. Every patient who walks through American Family Care doors deserves nothing less. These values include: a respect and consideration for others, honesty and integrity. It means compassion and kindness for all. Teamwork and a spirit of cooperation. Initiative and bringing excellence to everything we do. This is who we are.

Our Reputation

AFC Urgent Care Denver is known for advanced patient care provided by expert physicians and staff, particularly in the areas of urgent care and occupational medicine. Our ability to provide state-of-the-art treatment stems from our commitment to team work, collaboration and first class patient care. We believe in ourselves, medicine, our company, our co-workers and our patients.

Our Difference – High Tech Medicine with BALANCE

AFC Urgent Care Denver means BALANCE. Our ability to bring the best to medicine every day is enhanced by our commitment to balance. Our medical team is made up of professionals driven to provide the best patient care and committed to the principals of team work, kindness and balance. With balance, we grow as people and professionals.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
WEBSITE
https://afcurgentcaredenver.com/