Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
About The Position
Progressive Community Health Centers is hiring an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for its urgent care location in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The clinician provides urgent health care under the supervision of a licensed physician, elicits detailed patient histories, conducts complete examinations, and reaches diagnoses independently and in consultation with a collaborating physician and other staff physicians when appropriate. The organization is an independent nonprofit founded in 1999 that operates four clinic locations and serves approximately 16,000 patients annually. Its mission is to improve community health and quality of life through culturally competent services. The organization provides comprehensive care and supportive services, and does not turn patients away based on insurance status or ability to pay. The role requires a minimum commitment of one weekend per month. All employees, employed providers, and volunteers must be vaccinated and hired candidates must submit proof of vaccination before orientation. Eligible clinicians may be able to receive loan repayment assistance through the NHSC Loan Repayment Program, subject to program eligibility and service requirements.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- Currently licensed in Wisconsin.
- At least one year of clinical experience.
- Have the patience and tact to deal with the patient population.
- Ability to work effectively in the urgent care environment.
- Commit to working at least one weekend per month.
- Submit proof of vaccination before orientation; vaccination is mandatory for employees and employed providers.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in an urgent care or emergency department is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide urgent health care for individuals under the supervision of a licensed physician.
- Elicit detailed patient histories.
- Conduct complete physical examinations.
- Reach diagnoses independently and in consultation with a collaborating physician and other staff physicians when appropriate.
Benefits
- Eligible clinicians may receive loan repayment assistance through the NHSC Loan Repayment Program or may be eligible for the NHSC Students to Service Loan Repayment Program, subject to program requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
