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Premier Urgent Care
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
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What they do
A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$112,784 / year median in Louisiana
+28% projected growth
Job Description
Premier Urgent Care is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing, physician-led practice. We are looking for a motivated clinician with Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, or other acute care experience who is comfortable independently evaluating and managing moderate-acuity patients in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Our providers care for a broad spectrum of acute medical conditions and injuries while utilizing advanced diagnostic capabilities, including an on-site CT scanner , digital X-ray , and a comprehensive in-house laboratory . We pride ourselves on practicing high-quality, evidence-based medicine with a strong emphasis on clinical excellence. We are committed to professional development and creating an environment where providers continue to grow. This position offers extensive opportunities to expand your diagnostic and procedural skills through direct physician collaboration and mentorship. Providers interested in advancing their expertise in Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) , musculoskeletal injuries, laceration repair, splinting, incision and drainage, and other office-based procedures will find an exceptional learning environment. Responsibilities Evaluate and treat patients with acute illnesses and injuries. Independently manage moderate-acuity urgent care patients. Order, interpret, and integrate laboratory and imaging studies into clinical decision-making. Perform office-based procedures appropriate to your training and experience. Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to provide efficient, compassionate, evidence-based care. Accurately document patient encounters using our electronic medical record. Preferred Qualifications Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license (or eligibility for Louisiana licensure). Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, Hospital Medicine, or other acute care experience preferred. Comfortable evaluating and managing moderate-acuity patients. Strong clinical judgment and procedural skills. Excellent communication and teamwork. Why Join Premier Urgent Care? Physician-owned and physician-led organization. Modern facilities with advanced diagnostic capabilities. On-site CT scanner, digital X-ray, and extensive in-house laboratory services. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Opportunity to practice at the top of your license. Ongoing mentorship and continuing education. Excellent opportunity for clinicians who enjoy learning and expanding their clinical skills. If you're looking for a position where you'll be challenged, supported, and have the opportunity to continually grow as a clinician while caring for a diverse patient population, we'd love to hear from you.