Advanced Practice Provider - Urgent Care - Elizabeth City
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Overview
The Urgent Care APP (NP or PA) provides health care services to individuals, families, and/or groups under Sentara Medical Group (SMG). Services include health assessments, prescribing/treatment, occupational medicine regulatory exams, and procedures in a walk-in Urgent Care center. Care is provided under the direction and supervision of the assigned physician(s) (collaborative agreement). The PA is expected to participate in quality assurance/improvement activities, team activities, and to use resources appropriately.
Location
Elizabeth City, NC
Work Schedule
First (Days) shift; requires flexibility to include weekends, evenings, holidays and 12-hour shifts. Ability to move between regional Urgent Care locations at the direction of administration. Must be able to work independently with appropriate supervision and maintain strong situational awareness to ensure quality and customer service. Maintains continuing education credits as prescribed by licensing body and SMG; maintains prescriptive authority; acquires required clinical competencies; participates in quality assurance/utilization management activities; and assists with risk management functions. NRCME not required at offer but expected to be completed within 30 days of employment. Prescription Authority - VA staff only.
Provider Specialty
Urgent Care
Responsibilities
- Provide health care services in an Urgent Care setting under physician supervision.
- Perform health assessments, order and interpret tests, prescribe/treat diseases and injuries, and perform procedures as needed.
- Engage in quality assurance/improvement activities and team-based care.
- Move between regional locations as required and maintain high standards of patient care and safety.
Education, Certification, and Licensure
- Masters Level Degree (Required)
- NP or PA professional designation
- NP/PA State License (Required)
- DEA (Required)
- DOT – Department of Transportation (Required)
- BLS (Required)
- ACLS (Required)
Experience
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience as a practicing provider in an urgent, immediate, or emergency care setting.
Advantages
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave; Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Long-Term/Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- CME Allowance and reimbursement for certifications; access to CEUs and professional development
- Student Loan Reimbursement/Forgiveness programs
- Malpractice and Tail Coverage
- Additional benefits including adoption/fertility support, employee assistance, and more
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion. This is a tobacco-free environment in support of our mission “to improve health every day.” Remote positions are available in certain states; Sentara employs providers in NC, NV, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WV, and WI.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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