Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in GA
- ID: 204728B
- Updated April 22nd, 2025
- Job ID 204728B
- Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care
- Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Urgent Care
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State GA
- Practice Setting Corporation
- Duration 9 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Nurse Practitioner specializing in Urgent Care for a locum tenens position at a healthcare facility in Georgia. This 9-day assignment begins on 04/25/2025, with varying schedules of 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The ideal candidate will be comfortable performing work physicals, DOT physicals, and treating various injuries including back, leg, eye debris, and non-emergency burns. The NP should be proficient in suturing and interpreting basic orthopedic x-rays. There is also a chance for assignment extension.
Job Details:
Location: Georgia
Facility Type: Healthcare Facility
Start Date: 04/25/2025
LOA: 9 days
Provider Type Needed: Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care
Schedule: Varying shifts of 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM and 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Perform work physicals and DOT physicals for walk-in patients
• Treat various injuries, including back and leg injuries, eye debris removal, and non-emergency burns
• Conduct ear checks and other routine urgent care procedures
• Provide follow-up care for previously treated injuries
• Perform suturing as needed
• Interpret basic orthopedic x-rays
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using Occuflex software
• Collaborate effectively with healthcare facility staff
• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations and standards
• Manage time efficiently to handle both scheduled and walk-in patients
• Provide patient education on injury prevention and care
Additional Information:
• Must be licensed to practice medicine in Georgia
• Experience with Occuflex software is beneficial
• Strong clinical skills in urgent care and occupational medicine required
• Excellent communication skills for effective patient interactions
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to adapt to varying patient needs and injury types
Apply now to learn more!
Benefits:
• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided