Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

We are searching for a full time Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for our Trumbull, CT. center. The NP or PA will assist in the care of patients and assist in directing staff in the support of care of patients. Reports the Center Administrator and Lead Physician.

Centers are opened 7 days per week from 8 AM to 8 PM, Monday – Friday and 8 AM to 5 PM on weekends. Full time and Part time openings available, 36 hour work weeks and full Benefits.

Qualifications:

Valid NP or PA License

Some Urgent Care experience required

Current CPR certification

Demonstrated understanding of the concepts of universal precautions, HIPAA and OSHA

Outgoing, friendly demeanor

Team player, excellent verbal and communication skills, adaptable in different situations, possesses excellent client interaction skills, able to multi-task and work independently.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform triage of newly registered patients

Direct patients to available examination rooms and ensure rooms are set up based on patient initial complaint

Collect biological specimens and perform testing when requested

Ensure each room is cleaned after each patient encounter

Wound care when indicated

Perform Electrocardiograms when indicated

Work in conjunction with the center administrator to monitor medical supplies

Work in conjunction with the nursing staff to call back patients to ensure patient satisfaction

Assist physician with patient care when requested

Sterilization of all medical instruments after use

Interview clinical staff

Ensure center compliance with medical protocols

Assist medical director with the proper functioning of laboratory – including running controls, proficiency testing, trouble shooting instrument problems

Scheduling of nursing staff to ensure coverage during all hours of operation

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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