Advanced Practitioner - Primary Care

• Location 115 Executive Parkway,Moncks Corner, SC, 29461,United States
• Employee Type Full Time
• Manage Others No

Palmetto Primary Care Physicians (PPCP) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care, collaborate with physicians and clinical staff, and support the delivery of exceptional medical services.

• Offer 401K with generous company match
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Offered

• Conduct comprehensive and focused physical examinations, health histories, and risk-factor assessments for patients of all ages.
• Diagnose and manage acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, asthma, obesity, depression/anxiety) within scope of practice.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging studies (labs, EKGs, point-of-care testing, etc.).
• Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions in accordance with state regulations and collaborative practice agreements.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment and care plans, adjusting as needed based on patient response.
• Provide preventive care services including immunizations, screenings, well visits, and health risk assessments.
• Educate patients and families on disease prevention, treatment plans, medication management, and lifestyle modifications.
• Refer patients to specialists or ancillary services as clinically indicated and coordinate follow-up care.
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR), maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory documentation standards.
• Collaborate with supervising/collaborating physicians on complex cases requiring additional expertise.
• Respond to patient messages, prescription refill requests, and lab/test result follow-up in a timely manner.
• Participate in care coordination for chronic disease management, transitions of care, and population health initiatives.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of clinical guidelines, best practices, and evidence-based protocols relevant to family medicine.
• Adhere to all clinic policies, procedures, and regulatory/compliance requirements (HIPAA, OSHA, etc.).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance metrics tracking.

• Participate in community health outreach events, health fairs, or educational seminars.
• Precept or mentor students, residents, or new APs as needed.
• Serve on clinic or organizational committees.

• Comprehensive knowledge of family medicine practices, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric primary care.
• Strong understanding of pharmacology, disease processes, and evidence-based clinical guidelines.
• Familiarity with preventive care standards, chronic disease management protocols, and screening guidelines.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations governing AP practice, prescribing authority, and scope of practice.
• Working knowledge of electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical documentation standards.

• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Proficient in performing common outpatient procedures (e.g., wound care, injections, biopsies, as applicable).
• Time-management and organizational skills to manage a full patient panel efficiently.
• Proficiency with EHR and clinic scheduling/documentation software.

• Ability to build rapport and trust with a diverse patient population.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a care team.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective under pressure or in high-volume situations.
• Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and elevate care appropriately.
• Ability to adapt to evolving clinical guidelines, technology, and workflows.

• Physician Assistant:
  Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of accredited physician assistant program.
• Nurse Practitioner:
  Master’s degree and certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) based on RN licensure and state authority for advanced practice.
• Current, unrestricted state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• National certification (e.g., ANCC/AANP for NPs; NCCPA for PAs).
• Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain one.
• Current BLS certification.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of family medicine or primary care experience preferred (new graduates may be considered).

• Ability to concentrate and maintain attention to detail over extended periods, including while multitasking.
• Ability to exercise independent clinical judgment and critical thinking, often under time constraints.
• Ability to manage stress associated with high patient volumes, urgent…