Staff Nurse Practitioner (FNP) / Physician Assistant (PA-C)

American Family Care Naperville

Staff Nurse Practitioner (FNP) / Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Naperville, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Employee discounts

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Benefits/Perks

    Great small business work environment

    Flexible scheduling

    Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement benefit, CME stipend, and more!

    Company Overview

    American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S. providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability.

    AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF). This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.

    Job Summary

    To provide high-quality care to all patients. To assist in directing staff in the support of the care of our patients.

    Responsibilities

    Responsibilities & Duties

    Assess and treat patients with common acute conditions, illnesses, or minor trauma, and preventive medicine in collaboration with a physician

    Collaborate with the physician in the health care of patients with uncomplicated illnesses

    Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues

    Educate patients and/or families about preventive care, positive behaviors, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications

    Maintain legible, correct, and confidential medical records

    Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, and referrals

    Serve as Medical Examiner and perform Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examinations

    Order diagnostic tests as appropriate

    Prescribe medications within the scope of the license

    Facilitate evaluation of records by physicians (s), peers, for quality and standards according to protocols, and receive and implement constructive directives

    Promote preventive and health maintenance care, including annual physical, positive health behaviors, self-care skills, and use of prescribed medical treatments and medications through education and counseling

    Analyze new knowledge gained from conferences, workshops, professional literature, or hands-on training and assimilate this knowledge into clinical practice

    Regular attendance to ensure efficient operations

    Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

    Qualifications

    Current licensure as a Certified Registered Family Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP) in a Family or Current Licensure as a Physician Assistant (PANCE)

    Federal DEA License.

    Medicare and Medicaid credentialing and CAQH registered.

    Ability and willingness to work weekends and holiday work as required

    Flexible, self-motivated individual who is dedicated to quality patient care and customer satisfaction

    Excellent communication skills

    Works effectively in a team environment

    Willing to work with multiple covering physicians in addition to collaborating with a physician

    Projects a positive image and has a “Patients First” attitude

    One or more years of Prior experience in primary/urgent care or internal medicine practice is favorable.