Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant
Join our growing team at Local MD Urgent Care! We’re expanding rapidly across Illinois and Indiana and are seeking experienced Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants who prioritize patient care, excel in communication, value teamwork, and are eager to advance their careers with us.
Responsibilities:
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Provide exceptional patient care.
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Maintain accurate patient records.
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Handle initial scheduling and testing procedures.
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Address urgent care, primary care and occupational health patients’ needs and follow up as required.
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Communicate appropriately with employers on workers’ comp cases.
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Document Work Status reports according to Local MD workers’ comp standards.
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Follow occupational health protocols as indicated on account Work Forms.
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Perform initial patient screenings, physical examinations, and create assessment plans.
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Order, interpret, and analyze diagnostic tests, determining the need for follow-up appointments and further treatment.
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Prescribe and manage medications and treatments, including psychopharmacological agents.
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Deliver quality care while adhering to company metrics for documentation, coding, HEDIS measures, patient engagement, and medical expense management.
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Qualifications:
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Minimum of one-year urgent care experience (preferred)
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Valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license and board certification
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BLS certification (required)
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ACLS (preferred)
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Benefits:
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Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
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Paid time off (PTO)
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CME allowance
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Malpractice insurance
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Life insurance
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Flexible schedule
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Management growth opportunities
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Medical Specialty:
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Urgent Care
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Occupational Medicine
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Primary Care
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Physical Setting:
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Urgent care center
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Schedule:
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8-12 hour shifts
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Day shifts
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License/Certification:
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Licensed Nurse Practitioner
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Licensed Physician Assistant
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Job Type:
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Full-time, Part-time, PRN
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Experience:
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant: 1 year (Required)
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Shift Availability:
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Day Shift (Required)
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Work Location: In person (Dectaur, Illinois)