Collaborating Physician - NY - Remote

WellNow Urgent Care takes pride in creating an environment filled with meaningful work and opportunities by investing in our colleagues. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package which includes numerous continuing education options. WellNow has over 170+ locations across, New York, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania and we are continuing to grow! That means our colleagues can transfer facilities in any of the markets we serve. We are committed to offering our patients the best care by adding talented healthcare professionals. 

We are seeking a highly skilled and board-certified Collaborating Physician specializing in Family or Emergency Medicine to join our growing urgent care team at WellNow. As a Collaborating Physician, you will provide expert guidance and supervision to Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care remotely. Your role will be vital in ensuring accurate diagnoses, appropriate treatment plans, and adherence to best practices in urgent care medicine.

Salary:  

• Qualified NP/PA hourly rate is $BASE/hour
• Signing Bonus of XX (for sites that qualify) 

Responsibilities: 

• Review patient cases remotely, assessing medical histories, symptoms, and relevant diagnostic data to provide accurate diagnoses and evidence-based treatment recommendations. 

• Ensure compliance with established clinical protocols, guidelines, and regulatory requirements for urgent care practice. 

• Guide and mentor PAs and NPs, promoting continuous learning and professional development through regular feedback, case discussions, and educational resources. 

• Assess and triage urgent care cases, determining the appropriate level of care required, including referrals to specialists, or transfers to an emergency department when necessary. 

• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in urgent care medicine, including best practices, and evidence-based guidelines. 

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, providing input and suggestions for enhancing patient safety, efficiency, and the overall quality of care in the urgent care setting. 

• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient encounters, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and billing requirements. 

• Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and excellent communication skills when interacting with medical staff and patients, addressing their concerns, and providing clear instructions for follow-up care.