Urgent Care APP-Full-time-NP/PA

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Elkin, NC

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Atrium Health, a leading community-focused academic healthcare system, is seeking an Urgent Care APP (NP/PA) to join their team at Hugh Chatham Health Urgent Care in Elkin, NC. This full-time position involves working 3-12 hour shifts per week, from 7 am to 7 pm. The clinic is staffed with a physician, multiple APPs, and robust clinical support. This role offers no call rotation and every third weekend off, providing a balanced workflow. The position emphasizes meaningful patient impact within a close-knit, team-oriented environment, fostering a strong connection to the community. The fast-paced and varied nature of urgent care allows for broad hands-on experience with different cases, while the team-based approach ensures decisions are immediate and impactful. This is an opportunity for professional growth within a supportive setting.

Requirements

• Graduation from accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Master's Program

Responsibilities

• Using medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
• Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team-based care.
• Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures.
• Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
• Procedural skills per department or practice guidelines
• Opportunity to participate in basic science and clinical research projects
• Potential for and encouraged to precept students and/or medical learners
• Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level