NP or PA - Mary Washington Urgent Care - King George, VA

Mary Washington Healthcare•King George, VA

21h•$59 - $73

About The Position

The NP or PA works under the limited direction of the Medical Director at Mary Washington Urgent Care in King George, Virginia. The role involves assessing and treating patients with minor acute illnesses, using specialized knowledge and sound clinical judgment, and providing strong customer service. The position interacts with medical staff and management across the clinic and health system, as well as patients, physicians, outside medical staff, and community resource services.

Requirements

Virginia Physician Assistant license.
AHA BLS Provider CPR certification.
Minimum of two years of Physician Assistant experience.
Master of Science in Nursing.
Successful completion of the American Nursing Association National Certification Test for Advanced Practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Proficient leadership skills.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as part of a team and develop productive working relationships with diverse groups of people.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of experience as a Physician Assistant in an urgent care clinic and/or emergency room.

Responsibilities

Examine patients, make initial assessments, treat minor acute illnesses, and refer patients to an appropriate center of care when applicable.
Identify abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, including X-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory studies, and interpret test results.
Perform therapeutic procedures, including administering injections and immunizations, suturing, and managing wounds and infections.
Instruct and counsel patients about therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, wellness, and health maintenance.
Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and help provide continuity of care.
Supervise ancillary staff when required.
Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
Refer patients to specialists and relevant patient care options as appropriate.
Coordinate services with coworkers and other departments, respond calmly and rationally to stressful situations, and cooperate to facilitate integration of services.
Behave professionally and empathetically to build trust, comfort, understanding, and relationships with patients and their guests, in line with Studer Principles.
Perform other duties as assigned.