Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care in Martinsburg, WV

Physician Assistant | Urgent Care
Location: Martinsburg, WV
Employer: AAS Locum Tenens
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide locum tenens coverage in a Rapid Care setting in Martinsburg, West Virginia. This opportunity offers the chance to care for patients with a wide range of acute illnesses and injuries while working alongside a collaborative healthcare team in a fast-paced clinical environment.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will provide comprehensive patient care through assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of urgent and episodic medical conditions. The APP will collaborate with physicians, specialists, nursing staff, and ancillary team members to develop and implement patient-centered care plans. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, coordinating referrals and follow-up care, and ensuring high-quality clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses and injuries

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including biological, social, and psychological evaluations

• Order, interpret, and review diagnostic testing

• Develop and implement treatment plans

• Perform procedures within scope of practice and credentialing

• Coordinate care with specialty services when appropriate

• Provide patient education and discharge instructions

• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation

• Participate in the education of medical, nursing, and advanced practice students as applicable

Nurse Practitioner Qualifications

• Graduate of a CCNE-accredited nursing program with a Master's Degree in Nursing

• National Certification through a recognized APRN Certification Center

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in West Virginia

• FNP or ACNP certification preferred

• Current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and ATLS certifications required

• PALS certification encouraged

Physician Assistant Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program

• Graduate of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant training program

• NCCPA certification required

• Licensed or eligible for licensure through the West Virginia Board of Medicine or West Virginia Board of Osteopathic Medicine

• Current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and ATLS certifications required

• BLS, ACLS, and ATLS certifications required

• PALS certification encouraged

Experience Requirements

• Acute Care, Urgent Care, or Emergency Medicine experience preferred

• Eligible new graduates will be considered

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team

Located in the scenic Eastern Panhandle, Martinsburg offers a blend of small-town charm and modern amenities with easy access to Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Northern Virginia. The area features beautiful outdoor recreation, historic attractions, and a growing healthcare community, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals.