American Family Care Eagle Oaks·Bakersfield, California
The provider performs comprehensive medical assessments, diagnostic studies, and institutes therapy or emergency treatments for patients. They collaborate with staff to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care within an urgent care setting.
Benefits/Perks Employee referral incentives Great small business work environment Flexible scheduling Additional perks!
Training & development Benefits/Perks Job Summary The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) cares for our patients within the scope of training and approved the agreement, as outlined by their governing board.
Works collaboratively with other providers and staff to ensure efficient patient flow and a high level of patient satisfaction.
This position works directly with a franchised business location.
Works collaboratively with other providers and staff to ensure efficient patient flow and a high level of patient satisfaction.
Perform complete, detailed, and accurate health histories, review patient records, develop comprehensive medical assessments, and order laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, race, sex, and physical condition of the patient Formulate medical and nursing diagnoses and institute therapy or referrals of patients to the appropriate health care facilities, agencies, and other resources of the community or physician Institute emergency measures and emergency treatment or appropriate stabilization measures in situations such as cardiac arrest, shock, hemorrhage, convulsions, poisoning, and allergic reactions Interpret and analyze patient data to determine patient status, patient management and treatment Provide instructions and guidance regarding health care and health care promotion to patients/family/ significant others Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Work collaboratively with staff to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care Perform other duties as assigned Variable schedule, including evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed
Excellent communicator with staff, patients, and family Professional appearance and attitude Board certified by ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA Board Certified – (with 1 yr ER/UC experience preferred) Active and current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner licensure in the state of practice, DEA number, and state-controlled substance certificate, as required Able to multi-task and work independently Ability to perform emergency procedures and interpret clinical data DOT Certification Preferred
Company Overview American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S., providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability. AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF).
Candidates must be board certified by ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA and hold a current NP or PA license and DEA number. One year of ER or Urgent Care experience and DOT certification are preferred.
Market context
California advanced-practice psychiatric roles typically show steady demand in behavioral health settings, especially for candidates with PMHNP preparation and state licensure readiness. Competition is often shaped by board certification, California Nurse Practitioner eligibility, and psychiatry experience or training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and confirm your California license status and PMHNP certification before applying.
