Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Trussville, Alabama

American Family Care presents an outstanding opportunity for experienced Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners to join our exceptional team in Trussville, Alabama. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Assess and treat patients with common acute conditions, illnesses, or minor trauma in collaboration with a physicianCollaborate with the physician in the health care of patients with chronic illnessesDiagnose and treat acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issuesEducate patients and families about preventive care, positive behaviors, medical issues, and the use of prescribed treatments and medicationsMaintain accurate, legible, and confidential medical recordsDocument all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, and referralsServe as a Medical Examiner and perform Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examinationsOrder diagnostic tests as appropriatePrescribe medications within the scope of the licenseFacilitate the evaluation of records by physicians and peers for quality and standards and implement constructive directivesPromote preventive and health maintenance care, including annual physicals, positive health behaviors, self-care skills, and the use of prescribed treatments and medications through education and counselingStay current with new knowledge from conferences, workshops, professional literature, or hands-on training and incorporate it into clinical practiceRegular attendance to ensure efficient operations Qualifications:Current licensure as a Certified Registered Family Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP) or Physician Assistant (PANCE)Experience providing care for patients of all age groupsProficiency in performing minor proceduresExperience in an Urgent Care, Emergency Department (ED), or Primary Care setting Compensation and Benefits:Base hourly pay with performance bonuses100% outpatient schedule with no nights or callsShift-based with rotating weekends and holidaysComprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance plansRetirement plan with 401(k) company matchPaid time offShort-term and long-term disability insuranceLife insuranceMalpractice insurance coverageUpToDate Subscriptiom About AFC Urgent Care: Join the largest accessible urgent care network in the country. AFC Urgent Care provides quality care seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art medical centers focus on treating acute illnesses and injuries, as well as providing accessible primary care. Each clinic is equipped with a moderately complex lab and full-scope digital X-ray units. We accept most major insurance plans.