Advanced Practice Provider Emergency Department/Urgent Care

Advanced Practice ProviderThe Advanced Practice Provider cares for our patients within the scope of training and approved agreement, as outlined by their governing board. American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S. providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability. AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF). This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.Responsibilities:Perform complete, detailed, and accurate health histories, review patient records, develop comprehensive medical assessments, and order laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, race, sex, and physical condition of the patientFormulate medical and nursing diagnoses and institute therapy or referrals of patients to the appropriate health care facilities, agencies, and other resources of the community or physicianInstitute emergency measures and emergency treatment or appropriate stabilization measures in situations such as cardiac arrest, shock, hemorrhage, convulsions, poisoning, and allergic reactionsInterpret and analyze patient data to determine patient status, patient management and treatmentProvide instructions and guidance regarding health care and health care promotion to patients/family/significant othersOther duties and responsibilities as assignedPerform DOT examsQualifications:Excellent communicator with staff, patients, and familyProfessional appearance and attitudeANCC, AANP, or NCCPA Board Certified – (with 1 yr ER/UC experience preferred)DOT certification requiredActive and current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner licensure in the state of practice, DEA number, and state-controlled substance certificate, as requiredAble to multi-task and work independentlyPS: It's All About You!American Family Care has pioneered the concept of convenient, patient-centric healthcare. 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. Ranked by Inc. magazine as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.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.We invite you to grow with us and experience for yourself the satisfying and fulfilling work that the healthcare industry provides.