Urgent Care Provider (NP/PA) - Full Time at Xpress Wellness Urgent Care

Hutchinson, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Exams, Diagnostic Imaging, Patient Care, Medication Administration, Laceration Repair, Orthopedics, Patient Communication, Chart Management, Medical Coding, Regulatory Knowledge, Supervision, Training, Emergency Response, Protective Equipment, Patient Transport

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description Position Summary: This position is responsible for providing primary and episodic care to patients following accepted standards and protocols. Duties and Responsibilities: Performs complete physical exams and assessments of patients including urgent, emergent, and non-urgent presentation. Selects, orders, performs, and interprets tests, and analyzes diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition and augment physical findings. Analyzes reports and findings of tests to diagnose patients. Prescribes or administers treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness and injury. Performs procedures including laceration repair, and orthopedics and provides referrals to medical specialists. Explains procedures and discusses test results and prescribed treatments with patients. Notates findings and treatment course in patient chart including follow-up notes. Locks and closes out charts within 24-48 hours. Manage communications for events, such as recruiting events, training events, and trade events, as needed. The Physician provides medical orders, medical direction; medical care services, consultation, supervision of the healthcare staff, and chart review. The Physician is also available through direct telecommunication for consultation, assistance with medical emergencies, or patient referral. Manages special projects and duties as assigned. This is a safety-sensitive position. Qualifications: Education: Medical degree, Nurse Practitioner degree, or Physician Assistant degree from an accredited university. Licenses/Certification: Must obtain and maintain a current license. Nurse Practitioners must be board-certified. State and federal licensure requirements including DEA. Must obtain and maintain a current certification in BLS. Experience: 1 year is preferred but not required. Skills: Understanding of medical coding and billing. Knowledge of state and federal regulations including OSHA, HIPAA, blood-borne pathogens, and others. Competent with common PC applications including Internet, Email, and Microsoft Office. Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate new and current provider staff. Working Conditions: May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations and interruptions. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours. Occasional pressure due to a fast-paced environment. The position may require lifting, carrying, or pushing equipment or patients. Requirements Physical Requirements: Must be able to see with corrective eyewear. Must be able to hear clearly with assistance. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases. May be in contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances. Able to handle emergency or crisis situations. Will be required to wear protective equipment as necessary. Ability to escort or transport patient by wheelchair or stretcher Frequently: Sitting, walking, standing. Occasionally: Bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, lifting, carrying, pushing, traveling. Ability to lift 15-20 pounds

Responsibilities

The Urgent Care Provider is responsible for providing primary and episodic care to patients, including performing physical exams, diagnosing conditions, and prescribing treatments. They also manage communications for events and oversee healthcare staff under the supervision of a Physician.