Primary Care / DOT Physician Assistant opening outside of Raleigh-Durham, NC
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Family Practice/Primary Care
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Oxford, North Carolina, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
9/04/24
Seeking an experienced and proactive Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with a focus on acute care and occupational medicine to join our dynamic team near Raleigh, NC. This role involves examining and treating episodic illnesses, minor injuries, and work-related health problems as well as performing specialized occupation health exams (including Department of Transportation (DOT) and Sheriff Standard fitness for duty exams). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling acute conditions and a thorough understanding of occupational health requirements.
Benefits
Qualifications:
- Education: Requires completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program, with a Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN/DNP) or completion of an accredited physician assistant program with a Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
- Licensure:
- Requires an active, unrestricted license and approval to practice as an APRN by the North Carolina Board of Nursing OR a PA-C by the NC Medical Board
- Requires specialized Department of Transportation (DOT) credentialing to perform DOT exams (may obtain upon hire)
- Board Certification: National Board Certification as Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) and ability to see patients of all ages
- Experience: Previous experience in acute care and occupational medicine is highly desirable.
- Skills:
- Proficiency in handling acute medical conditions and understanding occupational health requirements.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide remote consultations effectively.
- Ability to work independently and make quick, informed decisions in urgent situations.
- Familiarity with telemedicine platforms and electronic health records (EHR) systems.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Flexibility in work hours and remote work opportunities.
- Professional development and CME allowances.
- Opportunities for professional growth and community involvement.
The Community:
Located 40 miles from Raleigh, NC and 30 miles from Durham, NC. This is the place to live, work and raise a family. This is a historic small town charm but is less than an hours drive from major metropolitan amenities. Notable mini-vacation spots, like Pinehurst, NC are about two hours away. The North Carolina beaches and North Carolina mountains are about 3 hours away.
APPLY NOW or TEXT Job #EC227870 and email address to 636 - 628 - 2412.
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