Locum Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)

Coverage Details

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Dates

Immediate start, pending credentialing; 3-month contract with potential for extension.

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Setting

Outpatient clinic environment.

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Shifts/Schedule

Five 8-hour shifts weekly, including every other weekend, from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• Primary focus on Urgent Care and Same Day Visits, addressing conditions such as influenza, common colds, minor suturing, X-ray interpretations, incision and drainage procedures, fracture management, and toenail excisions.
• Ideal candidates should possess experience in Emergency Medicine to effectively manage higher acuity patients presenting with symptoms like dizziness, chest pain, or requiring cardiac assessment, imaging, and lab work as necessary.
• Proficient in treating a diverse patient demographic, including all age groups and pediatrics.

On-Call Duties

• No on-call responsibilities.

Patient Volume

• Anticipated volume of approximately 4 patients per hour; situated in the Fast Track for lower acuity cases.

Staff Composition

• Collaborative environment with medical assistants, registered nurses, and access to consulting physicians.

Electronic Medical Records

• Utilizing EPIC for documentation.

Credentialing Process

• Estimated timeframe for credentialing is around 90 days post-application submission.

Required Certifications

• Candidates must be board certified and possess a DEA or furnishing license, along with BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Licensure

• Active California medical license is mandatory.