Urgent Care PA/NP need in CT

Job description

# Locum Tenens Urgent Care PA/NP – Bristol, Connecticut

MedStaff Nationwide is seeking an experienced **Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner** for a locum tenens urgent care assignment with an established health system in **Bristol, Connecticut**.

This is a flexible coverage opportunity with multiple shifts available throughout September and October. Providers do **not** need to cover the entire schedule and may be considered for select dates based on availability.

## Assignment Details

**Location:** Bristol, Connecticut
**Specialty:** Urgent Care
**Provider Type:** Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
**Assignment Type:** Locum Tenens
**Setting:** Outpatient Urgent Care
**Patient Population:** Adults and Pediatrics

## Facility Hours

* Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–8:00 PM
* Saturday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
* Sunday and Holidays: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
* Facility operates 365 days per year

## Coverage Need

Multiple shifts are currently available throughout September and the majority of October.

Providers who can cover only a portion of the available schedule are encouraged to apply.

## Clinical Scope

The provider will evaluate and treat patients presenting with a broad range of acute illnesses and minor injuries in an established urgent care environment.

Responsibilities include:

* Evaluate and treat adult and pediatric patients
* Perform histories and physical examinations
* Diagnose and manage common acute illnesses
* Treat minor injuries and orthopedic complaints
* Perform minor procedures within scope of practice
* Order and interpret laboratory testing and X-rays
* Prescribe medications and treatment plans
* Provide patient education and follow-up recommendations
* Coordinate care with physicians and clinical support staff
* Determine when patients require specialty consultation or a higher level of care
* Maintain timely and accurate EMR documentation

## Practice Resources

* On-site laboratory services
* Digital X-ray
* Electronic medical records
* Physician backup available
* Experienced nursing and ancillary support
* Established health system and clinical infrastructure

## Qualifications

* Active or eligible Connecticut PA or APRN/NP license
* National board certification
* DEA registration as applicable
* BLS certification
* Urgent care, emergency medicine, family medicine, or similar experience preferred
* Comfortable treating both adult and pediatric patients
* Ability to manage common urgent care conditions independently
* Strong communication and clinical decision-making skills

## Why Consider This Assignment?

* Flexible locum schedule
* Multiple dates available
* No requirement to cover every shift
* Established urgent care environment
* On-site diagnostic resources
* Physician backup
* Opportunity for ongoing coverage

Interested providers should submit an updated CV and current availability for consideration.

• Flexible Scheduling
• Well-Supported Urgent Care Setting – On-site lab, digital X-ray, EMR, experienced staff, and physician backup available.
• Broad Clinical Experience – Treat adult and pediatric patients for acute illnesses, minor injuries, orthopedic complaints, and minor procedures.