Job Description

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Urgent Care, Pleasanton, CA (Part-time)

Are you passionate about providing outstanding and empathetic patient care? Do you desire to work on a highly accountable team that puts the needs of patients and the team first?

Here’s your opportunity to work at a brand new, state-of-the-art medical clinic!

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who is highly motivated and exceptionally detail-orientated for our new urgent care center. You must be a team player with a great bedside manner.

The Company

American Family Care® (AFC) has pioneered the concept of non-emergency room urgent care. Founded by Dr. Bruce Irwin in 1982, AFC now goes beyond broken bones, offering everything from flu shots to occupational medicine. We’re dedicated to quality care and patient satisfaction so that people can live life uninterrupted.

Inc. Magazine has ranked AFC as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. We’re proud to serve more than three million patients each year, and with over 200 clinics nationwide, we can offer accessible care close to home.

In support of our rapid nationwide growth, we recently opened a new urgent care facility in Pleasanton, California. We are seeking a well-trained nurse practitioner or physician assistant with urgent care experience to be part of our team. This is a ground-floor opportunity that can be converted to a full-time position if desired as the center grows.

What you can expect from AFC

Compensation is between $85 and $100 per hour, dependent on previous work experience and training.

Highly supportive environment

Medical malpractice insurance covered

Part-time including weekend shifts with per diem opportunities available as well

Responsibilities

You’ll see walk-in patients for a variety of needs

Must be able to see and treat all ages

Take detailed history and perform comprehensive physical examinations of patients

Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illnesses

Order x-rays and labs to assist in evaluating and diagnosing illnesses and injuries

Interpret x-rays, lab results, and EKGs

Perform urgent care procedures including but not limited to laceration repairs, suture/staple removal, incision & drainage, foreign body removal, large joint aspirations, nail removal, joint reductions and splinting

Consult supervising physician based on the scope of practice and patient needs

Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities

Communicate with collaborating physician as needed

Triage and manage patient flow efficiently to minimize wait times

Review and manage daily tasks, including patient callbacks regarding lab results

Provide oversight and lead day-to-day operations for your team of medical assistants and support staff

Minimum Qualifications

Valid California license to practice as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner and be certified by the appropriate broad, in good standing

Valid and unrestricted DEA License

Current ACLS/BLS Certifications

Ability to consult and treat patients of all ages in a confidential and impartial manner

Experience in ER, urgent care or similar setting (minimum 1 year)

Experience treating both pediatric and adult patient populations (all ages)

Ability to work at least one full weekend per month as part-time provider

Exceptional listening, interpersonal, and empathy skills

Clinic hours will be Mon-Fri 8 am - 8 pm, and Sat-Sun 8 am - 5 pm. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.