Urgent Care Physician Assistant

Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Seeking an experienced and proactive Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with a focus on acute care and occupational medicine to join our dynamic team near Raleigh, NC. This role involves examining and treating episodic illnesses, minor injuries, and work-related health problems as well as performing specialized occupational health exams (including Department of Transportation (DOT) and Sheriff Standard fitness for duty exams). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling acute conditions and a thorough understanding of occupational health requirements.

Job Description

• Examine and treat episodic illnesses, minor injuries, and work-related health problems.
• Perform specialized occupational health exams, including DOT and Sheriff Standard fitness for duty exams.

Requirements

• Education: Requires completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program, with a Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN/DNP) or completion of an accredited physician assistant program with a Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
• Licensure: Requires an active, unrestricted license and approval to practice as an APRN by the North Carolina Board of Nursing OR a PA-C by the NC Medical Board. Requires specialized Department of Transportation (DOT) credentialing to perform DOT exams (may obtain upon hire).
• Board Certification: National Board Certification as Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) and ability to see patients of all ages.
• Experience: Previous experience in acute care and occupational medicine is highly desirable.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in handling acute medical conditions and understanding occupational health requirements.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide remote consultations effectively.
  • Ability to work independently and make quick, informed decisions in urgent situations.
  • Familiarity with telemedicine platforms and electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexibility in work hours and remote work opportunities.
• Professional development and CME allowances.
• Opportunities for professional growth and community involvement.

Community Overview

Located 40 miles from Raleigh, NC and 30 miles from Durham, NC. This is the place to live, work, and raise a family. This area offers historic small-town charm but is less than an hour's drive from major metropolitan amenities. Notable mini-vacation spots, like Pinehurst, NC are about two hours away. The North Carolina beaches and mountains are about three hours away.