Advanced Practice Provider (NPs or PAs) - Wichita Falls - Urgent Care

CommunityMed Urgent Care•Wichita Falls, TX

22d•$100,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

A Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) works under the supervision/delegation of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), individual supervising physicians, Director of Advanced Practitioners, and APP Regional Managers.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year as a Provider
Urgent Care experience highly preferred
Unencumbered license(s) to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant in Texas
Current BLS certification, DEA license and any other certifications, board certifications, licenses, or regulatory mandates by the state to follow state laws
Signed Delegation Protocol and Collaborative Practice Act Agreement
It is the sole responsibility of the Mid-Level Medical Practitioner to maintain all certifications and registrations necessary as outlined by the state and federal government.
Failure to do so may result in termination, as these are necessary for employment with CommunityMed.
Ability to read and write English (legibly)
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively
Ability to understand and resolve simple to complex problems
Ability to constantly walk, stand, and/or lift
Ability to frequently utilize full range of motion, including crouching, stooping, reaching, bending, and twisting
Ability to frequently lift, pull, push with assistance of one other person, the weight of the average patient
Ability to see and hear
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
Ability to function independently without constant supervision

Nice To Haves

Advanced Practice Provider: 1 year (Preferred)
Registration on Texas Nursing Board or Texas Medical Board (Preferred)
Ability to work without direct supervision and practice autonomously
Ability to consistently present a friendly, welcoming, and professional public-facing appearance
Effective verbal, written, and electronic communication skills
Outstanding organization skills and ability to multi-task
Initiative, creativity, problem-solving ability, adaptability, and flexibility
Ability to collaborate with professional colleagues as necessary to provide quality care
Compliance with the attendance policy and understanding that the role requires working twelve (12) hour shifts, some weekends, major and minor holidays
Familiarity with all pertinent Policies and Procedures
Ability to respond quickly, physically, and mentally when priorities and /or the patient’s condition changes
Use of computer, software programs, printer, and scanner
Basic waived lab testing procedures as evidenced by passing lab quizzes
Best medical practices and aseptic technique
Proper use of EKG and AED
Adherence to the Policies and Procedures set forth by CommunityMed

Responsibilities

Arrive to shift on time, 7:30am Mon-Saturday and 11:30am on Sundays.
Contact Director in an event of an emergency call-in, with any issues/questions pertaining to the clinic or your shift.
Room and triage patient; recording set information including vital signs.
Keeps supplies ready by stocking rooms, inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
Obtaining and documenting a thorough history, performing physical exam and ordering and recording tests
Ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests
Administration or providing of medications
Monitoring the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions, when necessary
Administration of immunization / vaccines when appropriate
Offering counseling, education, and discharge planning to meet patient needs
Prescribing treatments including medications
Arranging necessary follow-up referrals
Maintaining compliance with individual oversight physician as per state guidelines
Adhere to all regulatory boards necessary for your licensure