Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Emergency Medicine;Urgent Care
About The Position
This is a contract, on-site position in the Medical Practice industry. The Locum Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with acute and urgent medical conditions in emergency department and urgent care settings. The role involves collaborating with physicians and clinical teams to provide safe, efficient, patient-centered care. It is described as an Associate-level opportunity for clinicians seeking to expand their emergency and urgent care experience through locum work. Shifts are available at an emergency department and urgent care clinics. The schedule offers 8- or 12-hour day, night, and swing shifts. The annual emergency department volume is 63,000+ patients; annual urgent care volume is 20,000–50,000 patients, depending on the clinic. Case types include emergency medicine and urgent care. Support staff include physicians and APPs, and the EMR is Epic. Paid travel and expenses are offered.
Requirements
- Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
- Board certification in good standing.
- Prior experience in emergency medicine or urgent care settings.
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients and team members.
- Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Flexibility and adaptability to varied shifts and locum assignments.
Responsibilities
- Assess, diagnose, and treat patients in emergency and urgent care settings.
- Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests and imaging.
- Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
- Perform minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, and splinting.
- Prescribe medications in accordance with clinical guidelines and regulations.
- Provide patient education and discharge instructions.
- Document patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner.
- Manage high patient volumes while maintaining quality and safety standards.
- Coordinate referrals and follow-up care with specialists when necessary.
- Adhere to clinical protocols, infection control, and regulatory requirements.
Benefits
- Paid travel and expenses.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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