Lehigh Valley Health Network

Urgent Care Physician Assistant

Lehigh Valley Health Network$90K — $110K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Current PA state license as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
  • NCCPA Board Certification (PA).
  • National NP Certification through AANP or ANCC.
  • Experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care.
  • Two years of relevant clinical experience as a PA or CRNP preferred.
  • Passion for clinical work impacting patient care.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, on-demand care in urgent settings.
  • Manage minor injuries and illnesses efficiently.
  • Perform on-site procedures and point-of-care testing.
  • Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals.
  • Utilize Epic electronic medical records for patient documentation.
  • Engage in community health initiatives to serve diverse populations.

Benefits

  • Generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 403(b) retirement savings plan.
  • Comprehensive malpractice insurance and licensing fees paid.
  • Reimbursement for continuing medical education.
  • Relocation services available if applicable.
Full Job Description
Specialty:

Shape the future of urgent care

Join Jefferson Health and redefine advanced practice care across our expanding urgent care footprint. As an APC in our health network, you9ll deliver high-quality, on-demand care alongside a skilled, collaborative team with the support of the region9s largest academic health system on our mission to improve lives.

Why APCs choose Jefferson Health
Wide scope of practice: Practice autonomously at the top of your license in high-volume, fast-paced settings - managing everything from minor injuries and illnesses to on-site procedures and point-of-care testing.
Team-based model: Collaborate with a trusted team of APCs, physicians, nurses and support staff, backed by network-wide protocols, Epic electronic medical records and direct specialty referrals across Jefferson Health.
Schedule and flexibility: Enjoy a predictable, rotating schedule with no overnight shifts and meet other staff by working across multiple health centers if desired. Have the flexibility to travel from site to site and experience fast- or slower-paced urgent care.
Professional growth: Take advantage of continuing education, mentorship and leadership development within one of the region9s top-performing health networks.
Community impact: Serve diverse patient populations in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas, bringing compassionate, accessible care to the communities who need it most.

Why Jefferson Health?

Jefferson is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. More than 65,000 people strong, Jefferson is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow9s professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 33 hospital campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans, through Health Partners Plans, Inc., is a not-for-profit managed health care organization offering a broad range of health coverage options to more than 370,000 members for more than 40 years.

About the Lehigh Valley area

The Lehigh Valley is one of the fastest-growing areas in the country, located in the heart of eastern Pennsylvania, 60 miles from Philadelphia and 80 miles from New York City. The area has outstanding public and private school systems, more than a half-dozen colleges and universities and an abundance of cultural and recreational year-round offerings. As a resident of the Lehigh Valley, you9ll experience its charming, close-knit community atmosphere while being just a short drive from the hustle and bustle of larger cities. Achieve work-life balance by making a meaningful impact on the lives of our community while exploring all the adventures eastern Pennsylvania has to offer.

Benefits

We acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous benefits package that makes Jefferson Health an even better place to work and grow your career. Some of our benefits include:
  • Competitive salary with incentive plans
  • Health, dental, vision and 403(b) retirement savings
  • Malpractice insurance, medical license, DEA license and others paid in full
  • Reimbursement for continuing medical education and technology
  • Relocation services (if applicable)


Qualifications
  • Current Pennsylvania state license as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner or ability to obtain one is required
  • NCCPA Board Certification (PA)
  • National NP Certification through AANP or ANCC
  • Experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, primary care or a similar specialty
  • Two years of relevant clinical experience as a PA, CRNP is preferred
  • Passion for clinical work to positively impact patient care, safety and experience


Work Shift:
Day Shift

Address:
2741 MacArthur Rd

Primary Location:
Whitehall- MacArthur Road

Position Type:
Onsite

Union:
Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Department:
1012-23109 LVPG-L Family Med ExpressCare - Whitehall

About Lehigh Valley Health Network

Lehigh Valley Health Network is a healthcare network based in the Allentown, Pennsylvania in the Lehigh Valley region of eastern Pennsylvania. The healthcare network serves eastern and northeastern Pennsylvania. Its flagship hospital is Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest, located on Cedar Crest Boulevard in Allentown.
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