Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

American Family Care Grand Rapids

  • Grand Rapids, Michigan
  • 11 days ago

    Highlights

    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. 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.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGrand Rapids, Michigan
    Websiteafcurgentcare.com

    Description

    Benefits:
    • Health insurance
    • Vision insurance
    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Flexible schedule
    We are looking for a responsible Physician Assistant to support the doctors’ work and actively facilitate urgent care & primary care patients’ recovery. You will apply medical techniques and principles under the direction of a physician and you will deal with a diverse set of patients offering them care and encouragement.

    Responsibilities

    • Assess patients’ health and their demands and aim to fulfill them as well as possible
    • Issue appropriate prescriptions and administer medicine
    • Inform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might arise
    • Acquire and review patient histories identifying abnormal conditions
    • Monitor patients’ progress and keep records of treatments, surgeries or other medical events
    • Attend to emergencies
    • Provide help during surgeries
    • Prepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure and temperature, administer injections etc)
    • Provide therapeutic treatments (disinfecting wounds, stitching etc.)
    • Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients
    • Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards
    • Collaborate effectively with team members of various specializations
    Skills

    • Proven work experience as a physician assistant. Prior Urgent Care/ER/Family Medicine experience as a PA is highly desired, at least 3 years.
    • Knowledge of medical guidelines and procedures regarding examination, therapy and recovery
    • Familiarity with advancements in medical technology and current know-how
    • Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task
    • Caring and compassionate
    • Team player with good communication skills
    • BSc/MA in Physician Assistant Studies, Health Science or Medical Science
    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Contract

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Disability insurance
    • Employee discount
    • Flexible schedule
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Referral program
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance
    Medical Specialty:

    • Primary Care
    • Urgent Care
    Schedule:

    • 12 hour shift
    • Holidays
    • Monday to Friday
    • Weekends as needed




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