Urgent Care Physician Assistant

Overview

Location: Candler, NC

Candler is a charming community nestled in the scenic mountains of western North Carolina, just minutes from Asheville. The area offers natural beauty, outdoor recreational opportunities, and a thriving arts and culture scene.

Opportunity

Advanced Practice — Physician Assistant — Urgent Care

Responsibilities

• Provide urgent care services as the sole provider in the center, treating both adult and pediatric patients (6 months and up).
• Handle high-volume patient care with an average of 45 patients per day and up to 60 patients per day depending on site volume.
• Perform urgent care procedures including laceration repair, ear irrigation, and other minor procedures.
• Weekday availability required at the Candler, NC location.
• Provider must successfully pass a clinical screening interview prior to onboarding.
• Onboarding and EMR training occur on set Wednesdays and are mandatory; providers unable to participate will not be considered.
• Supervising Physician will be provided offsite for locum APP providers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months of experience (new graduates will not be considered).
• Active NC license and active NC DEA.
• Board certification required (BC/NCCPA/NP Boards) along with BLS certification.
• Proficiency with Epic EMR; modified EMR training will be provided prior to first solo shift.

Logistics

• Must be local and already residing in the immediate Candler, NC area — travel and lodging reimbursement are not provided.
• No call requirements.
• Estimated credentialing timeframe is approximately 20 days.

Compensation

Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.