Physician Assistant

American Family Care Phoenixville•Phoenixville, PA

17d•$125,000 - $146,000•Onsite

About The Position

Physician Assistant-Urgent Care/Emergency Medicine AFC Urgent Care is looking for Physician Assistants who enjoy the practice of medicine and the chance to focus exclusively on patient care. We are hiring both Full Time and/or Part Time Physician Assistants. If you are looking for the type of freedom and autonomy of practicing medicine in your own office, but without the heavy financial and administrative burden normally associated with establishing and maintaining your own practice, AFC Urgent Care may be right for you. Our state-of-the-art centers offer digital x-ray, CLIA approved labs and prescription drugs on-site with a highly-trained and friendly medical staff. Physician Assistants have an extensive patient base ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics with an interesting diversity of patient issues. With over 200 centers open nationwide offering our providers a comfortable work / life balance with no on-call, flexible full and part time shift options, paid malpractice insurance and competitive compensation, our team of providers continues to grow. Company Overview 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 or pre-scheduled 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. PS: It’s All About You! American Family Care 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. If you are looking for an opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of others, join us on our mission. We invite you to grow with us and experience for yourself the satisfying and fulfilling work that the healthcare industry provides.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Biology or other Pre-medical diploma
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies diploma
Active and current National Commission Physician Assistant certification
Active and current Medical and/or Osteopathic Physician Assistant license in Pennsylvania
Active and current Federal DEA Mid-Level Practitioner Physician Assistant license
Active and current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Active and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Minimum of one year working as PA-C Provider in Urgent Care or Emergency Medicine
Familiar with occupational medicine
Comfort and experience treating patients of all ages from pediatrics to geriatrics (6months+)
Effective and compassionate communicator with staff, patients and family
High-energy individual with a professional appearance and attitude, team player, multi-tasker, and passionate about the practice of medicine

Nice To Haves

Active and current National Registry DOT/CDL Medical Examiner certification a plus

Responsibilities

Providing the highest quality patient care
Managing all patient care at the center
Ordering and reading all diagnostic x-rays, EKGs and labs
Perform laceration repair, I&Ds, splinting, eye injury exams, ear lavage and IV infusions
Ensuring medical staff follows proper protocols and conducts patient call backs
Ensuring prescription medication and CLIA approved laboratory compliance
Ensuring accuracy of International Classification of Diseases (ICD) Rev 10 codes
Recommending additional urgent care equipment, supplies and medications needed
Supervising and mentoring of medical staff on shift
Ensuring all charts and medical records (which are kept electronically) are accurately completed in a timely manner
Ensuring patients are discharged with detailed instructions
Ensuring biological specimens are collected and processed in the lab
Adhering to all center policies and procedures