Physician Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

AFC Urgent Care South Portland has developed a strong reputation in the community for delivering professional, compassionate, and efficient medical care. As part of a national network of nearly 400 clinics, our locally family-owned center provides top-tier urgent care 7 days a week, equipped with on-site lab and X-ray capabilities.

• Employment Type: Part-time with potential for Full-time transition.

• Weekday Shifts: 8-hour (9am–5pm), 6-hour (8am–2pm or 2pm–8pm), or 12-hour (8am–8pm).

• Weekend Shifts: 9-hour (8am–5pm) or 5-hour (9am–2pm).

• Pacing: Comfort seeing 3–4 patients per hour and working independently required.

• Conduct patient interviews, review medical histories, perform physical exams, and accurately diagnose acute illnesses and injuries.

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including X-rays, lab work, and EKGs.

• Perform minor procedures such as suturing, wound debridement, incision & drainage, splinting, and foreign body removal.

• Prescribe medications and outline clear, comprehensive treatment plans.

• Clearly educate patients on diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up care.

• Maintain accurate EMR documentation for all patient encounters.

• Lead and collaborate with a support team of experienced Medical Assistants and X-Ray Techs.

• Education: Master’s degree from an accredited PA or NP program.

• Licensing & Certifications: Active state license, unrestricted DEA registration, and current BLS certification.

• Experience: Clinical experience in Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine, Primary Care, or Ambulatory Care preferred.