Physician Assistant - Acute Care, Physician Assistant - Urgent Care, Nurse Practitioner - Urgent ...

Join Our Team as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner – Urgent & Acute Care

Are you a dedicated healthcare professional passionate about delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced environment? We are seeking experienced Physician Assistants (PA) and Nurse Practitioners (NP) to join our team in providing exceptional urgent and acute care services. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on diverse patient populations, including adults and children, within dynamic urgent care centers. Bring your skills, compassion, and professionalism to a supportive team committed to excellence in community healthcare.

What You Will Do:

• Provide comprehensive urgent and acute care to adult and pediatric patients (6 months+), managing high patient volumes efficiently.
• Perform minor procedures such as I&D, lac repairs, ear irrigations, and more.
• Utilize Epic EMR to document visits accurately and efficiently, with training provided and required for all providers.
• Partner with support staff including center managers, medical assistants, and support personnel to ensure smooth operations.
• Operate independently as the sole provider at the center, delivering high-quality clinical care and positive patient interactions.
• Complete credentialing requirements and participate in onboarding/training sessions to ensure readiness for clinical duties.
• Follow established protocols and maintain compliance with all certification and licensing requirements.
• Contribute to a team environment focused on delivering exemplary healthcare services in a community-based setting.

Required Skills:

• Minimum 12 months of clinical experience in urgent or acute care settings.
• Current board certification (ABMS, AANP, NCCPA, or similar) and valid state licensure.
• Valid BLS, NC DEA certification.
• Proficiency with Epic EMR (training provided).
• Ability to handle adult and pediatric patients independently.
• Strong soft skills, including communication, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Ability to work within a 60-mile radius of your residence and support multiple locations as needed.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with procedures such as I&D, lac repairs, ear irrigation, etc.
• Prior experience in high-volume urgent care clinics.
• Bilingual capabilities to serve diverse communities.
• Additional certifications or advanced training in urgent or emergency care.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Graduate-level degree (PA or NP) with active certification.
• At least 12 months of experience in urgent or emergency care settings.
• Prior EMR proficiency, especially with Epic systems.

Other Requirements:

• Must participate in scheduled Wednesdays EMR and onboarding training sessions prior to first solo shift.
• No travel reimbursement; support within a 60-mile radius preferred.
• Must pass a clinical screening and complete all credentialing before scheduling.
• Compliance with all healthcare regulations and institutional policies.

This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and innovative environment. Competitive hourly pay, weekly direct deposit, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development await committed healthcare providers. Take the next step in your career and apply today—your expertise can make a difference in our community.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife