What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider- Worker's Comp position at American Family Care?
Benefits
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) cares for our patients within the scope of training and approved the agreement, as outlined by their governing board. Works collaboratively with other providers and staff to ensure efficient patient flow and a high level of patient satisfaction. This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.
The ideal candidate will be confident in providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages with a wide variety of urgent medical needs, including minor injuries, acute illnesses, and preventive services. They also need to be able to see Work related injuries, Pre-employment Physicals and DOT Physicals. If you are not already certified with DOT, you will need to be certified ideally prior to the start date or 60 days after your first day. This is reimbursed by the company after completion of the course.
Responsibilities
American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S., providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability. AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF).
Compensation: $75.00 - $98.00 per hour
PS: It’s All About You!
American Family Care has pioneered the concept of convenient, patient-centric healthcare. Today, with more than 250 clinics and 800 in-network physicians caring for over 6 million patients a year, AFC is the nation's leading provider of urgent care, accessible primary care, and occupational medicine. Ranked by Inc. magazine as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., AFC's stated mission is to provide the best healthcare possible, in a kind and caring environment, while respecting the rights of all patients, in an economical manner, at times and locations convenient to the patient.
If you are looking for an opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of others, join us on our mission. We invite you to grow with us and experience for yourself the satisfying and fulfilling work that the healthcare industry provides.
Please note that a position may be for a company-owned or franchise location. Each franchise-owned and operated location recruits, hires, trains, and manages their own employees, sets their own employment policies and procedures, and provides compensation and benefits determined by that franchise owner. Company-owned locations provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, matching 401(k), and more.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Savings bank
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
- Annual Retention Bonus
- Up to $1,500 annual allowance for medical education courses and professional memberships
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Employee referral incentives
- Flexible scheduling
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) cares for our patients within the scope of training and approved the agreement, as outlined by their governing board. Works collaboratively with other providers and staff to ensure efficient patient flow and a high level of patient satisfaction. This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.
The ideal candidate will be confident in providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages with a wide variety of urgent medical needs, including minor injuries, acute illnesses, and preventive services. They also need to be able to see Work related injuries, Pre-employment Physicals and DOT Physicals. If you are not already certified with DOT, you will need to be certified ideally prior to the start date or 60 days after your first day. This is reimbursed by the company after completion of the course.
Responsibilities
- Perform complete, detailed, and accurate health histories, review patient records, develop comprehensive medical assessments, and order laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, race, sex, and physical condition of the patient
- Perform minor procedures (e.g., suturing, splinting, wound care, incision & drainage)
- Prescribe appropriate medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations
- Diagnosis and treatment of work-related injuries, Physicals and other work-related exams
- Provide occupational health services, including DOT exams and treatment of workers' compensation injuries
- Conduct pre-employment physicals and other job-related medical evaluations
- Maintain accurate and thorough patient records in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
- Formulate medical and nursing diagnoses and institute therapy or referrals of patients to the appropriate health care facilities, agencies, and other resources of the community or physician
- Institute emergency measures and emergency treatment or appropriate stabilization measures in situations such as cardiac arrest, shock, hemorrhage, convulsions, poisoning, and allergic reactions
- Interpret and analyze patient data to determine patient status, patient management and treatment
- Provide instructions and guidance regarding health care and health care promotion to patients/family/ significant others
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
- 1 years of experience in Worker’s Comp care
- Excellent communicator with staff, patients, and family
- Professional appearance and attitude
- ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA Board Certified – (with 1 yr ER/UC experience preferred)
- Active and current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner licensure in the state of practice, DEA number, and state-controlled substance certificate, as required
- Able to multi-task and work independently
American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S., providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability. AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF).
Compensation: $75.00 - $98.00 per hour
PS: It’s All About You!
American Family Care has pioneered the concept of convenient, patient-centric healthcare. Today, with more than 250 clinics and 800 in-network physicians caring for over 6 million patients a year, AFC is the nation's leading provider of urgent care, accessible primary care, and occupational medicine. Ranked by Inc. magazine as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., AFC's stated mission is to provide the best healthcare possible, in a kind and caring environment, while respecting the rights of all patients, in an economical manner, at times and locations convenient to the patient.
If you are looking for an opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of others, join us on our mission. We invite you to grow with us and experience for yourself the satisfying and fulfilling work that the healthcare industry provides.
Please note that a position may be for a company-owned or franchise location. Each franchise-owned and operated location recruits, hires, trains, and manages their own employees, sets their own employment policies and procedures, and provides compensation and benefits determined by that franchise owner. Company-owned locations provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, matching 401(k), and more.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.