Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Urgent Care (NP-C, PA-C) Job at American Family Care, Grand Rapids, MI

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  • American Family Care
  • Grand Rapids, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly-skilled, experienced physician to join our growing healthcare team in our Grandville & Jenison locations . You will diagnose and counsel patients on their current medical condition, set up an effective treatment plan, educate patients on preventative health measures, and perform annual physicals. A compassionate personality and exemplary bedside manner are a must.

Physician Duties and Responsibilities

  • Meet with patients to assess their symptoms; inquire into the nature of their illness or injury
  • Accurately identify and diagnose medical conditions
  • Thoroughly examine patients and attend to their chief complaint
  • Answer and advise on any other questions or concerns the patient might have
  • Assign appropriate treatment plan according to each patient's needs
  • Educate and inform patient of necessary treatment plan and any follow-up appointments
  • Perform clinical tests to better inform diagnosis
  • Perform in-office treatment if possible
  • Look for anything unusual or abnormal
  • Prescribe appropriate medicines or therapy
  • Calculate correct medication dosage for each patient and educate on proper use
  • Order outside diagnostic tests and lab work as needed (blood/urine test, tissue samples, imagery, etc.)
  • Analyze and share results of diagnostic testing with patient
  • Continually chart and maintain patient information on paper and in computer system
  • Conduct follow-ups with patients to monitor and track their condition and progress
  • Refer patient to a medical specialist when needed
  • Maintain confidentiality and always work with respect and integrity
  • Encourage preventative health measures including proper diet, rest and exercise
  • Direct, train, and supervise medical staff including nurses, physician assistants, and med techs on proper procedures and protocol
  • Attend conferences and continue research in your field to stay abreast of medical innovations and breakthroughs

Physician Requirements and Qualifications

  • Doctorate in Medicine (M.D. or D.O. NP-C, PA-C)
  • Valid license to practice; board certified
  • 2+ years practicing medicine in hospital or private practice
  • Must be able to work 12 hour shifts
  • Must be willing and able to travel to our various locations in the Grand Rapids greater area
  • Adept at diagnosing problems and creating treatment plans for patients
  • Highly computer literate and familiar with charting
  • Excels in communicating sensitive and/or adverse information
  • Sound judgment and expert decision-making abilities
  • Analytical thinker and complex problem-solver

Job Tags

Private practice, Work at office, Shift work,

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