Express Care Physician

Location: Granville Primary Care Butner Creedmoor

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary: The Express Care Physician provides immediate, high-quality, and patient-centered care in a fast-paced urgent care environment. 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 a wide range of acute conditions, injuries and illnesses and a thorough understanding of occupational health requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care:

• Conduct thorough assessments, including history taking and physical examinations.

• Diagnose and treat acute medical conditions, injuries, and illnesses.

• Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans and follow-up care.

• Emergency Response:

• Provide urgent medical care for non-life-threatening emergencies.

• Perform minor procedures as needed, such as suturing, splinting, and wound care.

• Collaboration:

• Work closely with nursing staff, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.

• Consult with specialists when necessary and make appropriate referrals.

• Documentation:

• Accurately document patient encounters, including medical history, diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care, in electronic health records (EHR) in a timely manner.

• Patient Education:

• Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, and preventive care.

• Provide clear instructions for follow-up care and management.

• Quality and Compliance:

• Adhere to clinical guidelines and protocols to ensure high-quality patient care. Comply with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and organizational policies.

• Professional Development:

• Stay current with medical advancements, best practices, and continuing education requirements.

• Participate in professional organizations and conferences relevant to primary care.

  Qualifications:

• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from an accredited medical school.

• Licensure: Current, unrestricted medical license in NC or eligibility for licensure.

• Board certification : Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine is preferred.

• Experience: Prior experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or a similar fast-paced clinical setting is highly desirable.

• Skills:

• Strong clinical skills with the ability to diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of conditions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and make quick, informed decisions.

• Proficiency with EHR systems and basic computer applications.

• Certifications: Current BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certifications required.

  Working Conditions:

• Environment: The position is based in an express care clinic setting, which may involve exposure to a range of patient conditions and potential for high patient volume.

• Hours: This is a full-time position with a typical workweek of approximately 40 hours. The practice is open Monday through Friday (7:30 am-6:00 pm) and Saturday (8:00 am-2:00 pm). The physician's schedule includes both clinical and administrative time, with occasional weekend coverage as needed.

• Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods.

• Manual dexterity to perform procedures and handle medical equipment.

• Capability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds as needed.

  Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Malpractice insurance coverage

• Continuing medical education (CME) allowance

• Opportunities for professional development.