Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Are you a dedicated healthcare professional looking to make a significant impact in a thriving community? American Family Care (AFC) is seeking experienced Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to join our dynamic team at our state-of-the-art urgent care facility in Calera, AL. With a minimum of 2 years of experience in primary or urgent care, you could be a perfect fit for our team!

Why Choose Calera, AL?Calera, Alabama, is a thriving community offering affordability, natural beauty, and a high quality of life:

• Affordable Living: Enjoy a cost of living significantly lower than the national average, allowing you to stretch your budget further while maintaining a comfortable lifestyle.
• Vibrant Lifestyle: Discover local attractions like the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, outdoor adventures at nearby Oak Mountain State Park, and a growing selection of restaurants and shops in this dynamic, family-oriented town.
• Family-Friendly Environment: With excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and numerous parks, Calera is an ideal place to raise a family.
• High Quality of Life: As one of the fastest-growing cities in Alabama, Calera offers small-town charm combined with easy access to Birmingham's big-city amenities.

Why Join American Family Care (AFC)?

As the largest urgent care network in the country, AFC offers a supportive work environment where you can thrive professionally while making a difference in the community.

Benefits of working with AFC:

• Competitive base hourly pay with performance bonuses.
• 100% outpatient schedule with no nights or on-call duties.
• Shift-based with rotating weekends and holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan with 401(k) company match.
• Paid time off and short-term/long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and malpractice coverage.
• UpToDate subscription for ongoing medical education.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess and treat patients with common acute conditions, illnesses, or minor trauma in collaboration with a physician.
• Manage chronic illness care in partnership with physicians.
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of healthcare issues.
• Educate patients and families on preventive care, treatment plans, and medication use.
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records.
• Conduct Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examinations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications within your scope of practice.
• Promote preventive and health maintenance care through patient education and counseling.
• Stay current with medical advancements and integrate new knowledge into practice.

Qualifications:

• Licensure: Current certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP) or Physician Assistant (PANCE).
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in primary or urgent care.
• Skills: Proficient in using EMR systems, flexible with weekends and holidays, excellent communication skills, and a positive, patient-first attitude.

If you're ready to advance your career in a city that offers both professional fulfillment and an exceptional quality of life, consider joining AFC in Calera, AL. Apply today and become part of a team that's committed to providing outstanding care to our community!

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