Locums Physician Assistant in North Carolina

Location:
Wilkesboro, NC

Wilkesboro offers a charming small-town experience nestled in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The area provides an excellent work-life balance with access to outdoor recreational activities and a welcoming community atmosphere.

Facility:
This urgent care center is part of a well-established healthcare network providing comprehensive urgent care services to the community. The facility offers a collaborative work environment with supportive staff including center managers, medical assistants, and patient service associates.

Opportunity:
Board Certified - Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care, Physician Assistant - Acute Care, Physician Assistant - Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine - Urgent Care, Family Medicine - Urgent Care

Job Details:
• Provide urgent care services as the sole provider in the center, treating both adult and pediatric patients (6 months and up)
• Average of 20 patient encounters per shift with potential for up to 40 per day depending on location
• Perform minor procedures including I&D, laceration repair, ear irrigation, and other urgent care procedures
• Must be proficient with EPIC EMR system as it will be required for all visits
• Minimum of 12 months experience required - new graduates not considered
• Board certification required (MD/DO boards, NCCPA, or NP boards) along with BLS certification
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary as you'll work closely with support staff and patients
• No call requirements
• Supervising physician provided for APPs (offsite)
• Must complete clinical interview, EMR training, and onboarding prior to first solo shift
• May be asked to support multiple locations within a 65-mile radius of home residence
• Credentialing timeframe approximately 20 days

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.

Estimated Hourly Rate: $100 - $125