Urgent Care position in Lake Charles, LA for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA), full-time with a 7-on/7-off rotating schedule.
Responsibilities include:
- Providing primary care services, conducting physical exams, obtaining medical histories, and ordering diagnostic tests.
- Interpreting data to determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Administering medications, suturing minor lacerations, and educating patients on health and prevention.
- Collaborating with physicians, maintaining patient records, and triaging calls.
- Ensuring patient confidentiality and safety.
Requirements:
- MSN or MPAS degree and valid NP or PA license in Louisiana.
- Skills in patient assessment, medical procedures, and effective communication.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, respond calmly to emergencies, and maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
Work environment involves office settings with frequent interruptions, physical activity, and exposure to hazards and infectious diseases.