Nurse Practitioner / APRN / PA
American Family Care · Katy, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- Katy, TX
Job highlights
- Provide high-quality patient care.
- Manage patient care and supervise staff.
- Complete medical records accurately and timely.
- Utilize medical licensure and experience.
- Enjoy flexible scheduling and benefits.
About the role
About American Family Care
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). This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.
Job Summary
To provide high-quality care to all patients. To assist in directing staff in the support of the care of our patients.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality patient care.
- Manage all patient care while on shift.
- Supervise all clinical staff while on shift.
- Ensure all charts are filled out and medical records are completed in a timely fashion.
- Process biological specimens when needed.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Emergency Room, Family Practice, or Internal Medicine (w/ER or UC experience).
- Excellent communicator with staff, patients, and family.
- Professional appearance and attitude.
- Active and current medical licensure in the state of practice, DEA number, and state-controlled substance certificate, as required.
- Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Compensation
$70.00 - $75.00 per hour
Benefits/Perks
- Great small business work environment
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement benefit, CME stipend, and more!
Key skills/competency
- Nurse Practitioner
- Patient Care
- Medical Licensure
- Urgent Care
- Family Practice
- Internal Medicine
- Medical Records
- Staff Supervision
- DEA Number
- Communication Skills
Skills & topics
- Nurse Practitioner
- APRN
- PA
- Urgent Care
- Family Practice
- Internal Medicine
- Patient Care
- Medical Supervision
- Healthcare
- Clinical Staff Management
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience in ER, Family Practice, or Internal Medicine, emphasizing any UC experience.
- Showcase communication skills: Detail your experience communicating effectively with staff, patients, and families.
- Emphasize independence: Mention your ability to multi-task and work independently in previous roles.
- Verify credentials: Ensure your active medical licensure, DEA number, and any required certificates are up-to-date and clearly listed.
- Express enthusiasm: In your cover letter or interview, convey your interest in AFC's patient-centric mission.
Technical preparation
Review common urgent care protocols.,Practice patient assessment techniques.,Prepare for diagnostic reasoning scenarios.,Refresh knowledge on electronic health records.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging patient interaction.,How do you handle staff supervision?,Explain your multi-tasking strategy.,How do you ensure patient record accuracy?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Nurse Practitioner at American Family Care?
- As a Nurse Practitioner at American Family Care, your primary responsibility is to provide high-quality patient care. You will also manage all patient care during your shift and supervise clinical staff. Ensuring timely completion of medical records and processing biological specimens when needed are also key duties.
- What experience is required for the Nurse Practitioner role at American Family Care?
- The ideal candidate for the Nurse Practitioner position will have experience in Emergency Room, Family Practice, or Internal Medicine. Experience in Urgent Care is also highly valued. A professional appearance and attitude are expected, along with excellent communication skills.
- Does American Family Care offer flexible scheduling for Nurse Practitioners?
- Yes, American Family Care offers flexible scheduling for its Nurse Practitioners. This is highlighted as a key benefit, contributing to a great work environment and work-life balance.
- What benefits can I expect as a Nurse Practitioner at American Family Care?
- Benefits for a Nurse Practitioner at American Family Care can include 401(k) matching, dental insurance, health insurance, and paid time off. Specific benefits may vary slightly between company-owned and franchised locations, but a comprehensive package is generally offered.
- How important are communication skills for this Nurse Practitioner position?
- Communication skills are extremely important for this Nurse Practitioner role. You will need to be an excellent communicator with staff, patients, and their families to ensure effective and compassionate care.
- What licenses and certifications are necessary for the Nurse Practitioner role?
- For the Nurse Practitioner position, you must possess an active and current medical licensure in the state of practice. A DEA number and state-controlled substance certificate are also required, as necessary for your practice area.
- Can I apply for the Nurse Practitioner job if I have experience in Internal Medicine but not ER or UC?
- The job description specifies a preference for Emergency Room, Family Practice, or Internal Medicine experience, with an added emphasis on ER or Urgent Care experience. While Internal Medicine is listed, highlighting any related experience or transferable skills that demonstrate your ability to handle urgent care scenarios would strengthen your application.