Urgent Care Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP)
Location: Elizabeth City, NC
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Category: Healthcare
Job Description Apply Now
Palm Health Resources is actively seeking an experienced Urgent Care Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) to join a reputable and established urgent care center in Coastal NC. As a key member of the urgent care team, this position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality healthcare services in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The Urgent Care Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) will be responsible for a wide range of clinical duties, including health assessments, prescribing treatments, performing regulatory exams, and undertaking various procedures within the walk-in clinic setting. This role operates under the direction and supervision of assigned physicians, as per collaborative agreements, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
The Urgent Care Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) is an integral part of the clinical team, expected to engage in ongoing quality assurance and improvement initiatives. The provider will also participate in team-based activities, utilizing resources effectively and maintaining a patient-centered approach. Flexibility in scheduling is paramount, as the position requires availability for weekends, evenings, holidays, and extended 12-hour shifts. Additionally, the ability to work at various regional urgent care locations, as directed by administration, is necessary.
Independence and adaptability are essential traits for success in this role. The Urgent Care Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) must demonstrate strong situational awareness and the agility to respond rapidly to patient needs without compromising the quality of care or customer service. Maintaining current continuing education credits, as determined by applicable licensing bodies, is required. The provider should also uphold prescriptive authority, acquire additional clinical competencies as needed by the organization, and actively participate in quality assurance and utilization management processes. Assistance with risk management functions is also expected.
The position calls for candidates with a minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience in urgent care, immediate care, or emergency care environments. A solid understanding of advanced medical terminology is required, along with familiarity with procedures in emergency medicine, internal medicine, occupational medicine, and family practice. While the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME) certification is not required upon hire, successful candidates are expected to complete this certification within 30 days of employment.
The Urgent Care Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) will benefit from a robust compensation and benefits package, including comprehensive health and retirement plans, malpractice and tail coverage, annual continuing medical education (CME) allowances, eligibility for annual bonuses, and access to student loan reimbursement and forgiveness programs. Working in Coastal NC offers a vibrant community with excellent amenities and a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.
Palm Health Resources is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Join our team and make a meaningful impact in urgent care—apply today by clicking the job application button!
Urgent Care Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) - Summary- Deliver comprehensive urgent care services as a licensed Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP)
- Work within an established urgent care center as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Provide patient-centered care in a fast-paced, walk-in clinical setting
- Perform health assessments, diagnose conditions, and prescribe appropriate treatments or interventions
- Conduct occupational medicine regulatory exams and various clinical procedures
- Work under the direction and supervision of assigned physicians in accordance with collaborative agreements
- Participate in quality assurance and improvement activities
- Engage in team-based care, collaborating with other healthcare professionals
- Appropriately utilize human and material resources for patient care
- Maintain required continuing education and licensure, including prescriptive authority
- Support risk management and utilization management activities
- Adapt to a flexible work schedule, including weekends, evenings, holidays, and 12-hour shifts
- Travel between regional urgent care sites as needed
- Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement packages
- Malpractice and tail coverage provided
- Annual CME allowance to support professional development
- Eligibility for annual quality performance incentives (QPI) bonus
- Student loan reimbursement and forgiveness programs available
- Current and unrestricted licensure as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP)
- Minimum of 1-2 years' experience in urgent care, immediate care, or emergency care settings
- Strong knowledge of advanced medical terminology
- Experience with basic emergency, internal medicine, occupational medicine, and family practice procedures
- Ability to maintain continuing education and prescriptive authority as required
- Commitment to complete NRCME certification within 30 days of employment
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, adaptable, and skilled in urgent care clinical procedures
- Strong situational awareness; able to respond quickly and efficiently in high-pressure situations
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
- Passion for delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care
- Position offers the chance to work in a vibrant Coastal NC community
- Opportunity to join a highly respected urgent care organization with a collaborative work culture
- Palm Health Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
- Apply now by clicking the job application button and take the next step in your urgent care career!