APP - Specialty Practice- Velocity Care Lexington

Job Summary

Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) opportunity within a fast-paced urgent care setting providing high-quality acute care for patients of all ages. Providers manage a broad range of conditions, including upper respiratory infections, minor fractures, lacerations, and other non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries.

This role offers a mix of scheduled visits and walk-in patients. Clinics operate daily from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with flexible scheduling options including 12-, 10-, and 8-hour shifts. Providers may work at multiple local sites and may have opportunities to participate in telemedicine services.

A structured orientation and training program is provided. Prior emergency medicine or urgent care experience is preferred but not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses and minor injuries

• Perform physical examinations and develop appropriate treatment plans

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory and imaging studies

• Prescribe medications in accordance with state regulations

• Perform minor procedures such as suturing, splinting, and wound care

• Provide patient education and discharge instructions

• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical record systems

• Participate in quality improvement and team initiatives

Qualifications

Education:
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Experience:
None required; urgent care or emergency medicine experience preferred

Licensure/Certification:

• Current Licensed Nurse Practitioner (LNP) or Physician Assistant license

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (if applicable to NP)

• DEA license

• AHA BLS-HCP certification required

• Advanced Life Support certification preferred

• Eligible for prescriptive authority in accordance with state regulations

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and healthcare providers

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems