Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Opportunity in West Hartford, CT

Are you a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking for an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality care in a supportive and dynamic environment? American Family Care (AFC) Urgent Care, the largest accessible urgent care network in the country, is actively recruiting skilled clinicians to join our exceptional team in West Hartford, CT .
Position Overview
In this role, you will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients in collaboration with a designated physician. You will play a vital role in delivering patient-centered care in a state-of-the-art facility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with common acute conditions, illnesses, or minor trauma in collaboration with a physician.
• Collaborate with the physician in the care of patients with chronic illnesses.
• Diagnose and treat acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues.
• Educate patients and families about preventive care, medical conditions, and prescribed treatments or medications.
• Maintain accurate, legible, and confidential medical records.
• Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, and referrals.
• Serve as a Medical Examiner and perform Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examinations.
• Order diagnostic tests as appropriate.
• Prescribe medications within the scope of the license.
• Facilitate the evaluation of records by physicians and peers to ensure quality and implement constructive directives.
• Promote preventive and health maintenance care through education and counseling.
• Stay updated with current medical knowledge from conferences, workshops, and professional literature and incorporate it into clinical practice.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Certified Registered Family Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP) or Physician Assistant (PANCE).
• Experience providing care for patients of all age groups.
• Proficiency in performing minor procedures.
• At least 3 years of experience in an urgent care, emergency department (ED), or primary care setting.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base hourly pay with performance bonuses.
• 100% outpatient schedule with no nights or calls.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement plan with 401(k) company match.
• Paid time off.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Malpractice insurance coverage.
• Subscription to UpToDate for clinical resources.

About AFC Urgent Care
AFC Urgent Care provides quality care seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art medical centers focus on treating acute illnesses and injuries and providing accessible primary care. Each clinic is equipped with a lab and full-scope digital X-ray units, and we accept most major insurance plans.

If you're ready to advance your career and make a difference in the lives of patients while enjoying the vibrant community of West Hartford, CT, we'd love to connect with you!