What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Family Medicine;Internal Medicine;Primary Care position at 77 consultants?
Description
. This on-site, contract position focuses on Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Primary Care, providing an excellent opportunity for an associate-level clinician to deliver high-quality patient care in a supportive, community-focused environment.
As a Locum NP/PA, you will work directly with patients to diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. You will collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care across our practice. This role is ideal for a motivated clinician looking to make a meaningful impact in the community while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic medical practice setting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses common in family medicine, internal medicine, and primary care
- Develop and implement individualized patient care plans based on clinical findings and patient needs
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory work, imaging, and other procedures
- Prescribe medications, therapies, and other treatments within the scope of practice
- Provide patient education on health maintenance, disease prevention, lifestyle modifications, and treatment adherence
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential electronic medical records (EMR)
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical protocol development within the practice
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, clinical guidelines, and standards of care
Requirements
- Master's degree in Nursing (NP) or Physician Assistant Studies (PA) from an accredited program
- Active licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in the state of New York, or the ability to obtain licensure
- Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Primary Care preferred
- Associate-level clinical experience, including clinical rotations, residency training, or prior locum assignments
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and critical-thinking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective patient and team interaction
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and telehealth tools
- Commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered care
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications are required
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p
Patient Population: Ages 18 , specializing in geriatric care
Duties: Routine physical exams and health screenings, sick visits, treatment and management of chronic conditions, same-day appointments, immunizations, and medication prescriptions and refills
Must be board-certified
Paid travel & expenses