What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position at Essencia Family Practice and Immediate Care Clinic?
About Us
Essencia Family Practice & Immediate Care Clinic is a thriving, physician-led practice located in the heart of Carrollton, Texas. We provide comprehensive primary care and same-day medical services for patients of all ages in a warm, welcoming, and efficient clinical environment.
Our mission is simple yet powerful — to deliver exceptional, compassionate healthcare that treats every patient like family. We combine the values of traditional family medicine with the efficiency and convenience of modern immediate care. Our team takes pride in building long-term relationships with patients and in creating a supportive, collaborative workplace that values integrity, respect, and clinical excellence.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and personable Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing clinical team.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a confident, caring, and adaptable clinician who enjoys a diverse, fast-paced environment. You’ll have the chance to provide both primary and urgent care services — from annual wellness exams and chronic disease management to acute visits and minor procedures — all while being supported by a cohesive and friendly team that truly works together.
The ideal candidate is not only clinically competent but also brings warmth, empathy, and a sense of humor to their interactions with patients and colleagues. We’re looking for someone who can balance professionalism with approachability, who enjoys continuity of care, and who values both autonomy and teamwork.
What You’ll Do
- Provide high-quality, patient-centered primary and immediate care for patients across the lifespan.
- Conduct thorough assessments, order and interpret diagnostic studies, and develop evidence-based care plans.
- Manage acute and chronic medical conditions with confidence and sound judgment.
- Perform minor procedures such as suturing, joint injections, wound care, and abscess drainage when appropriate.
- Deliver preventive care, annual physicals, and patient education focused on wellness and lifestyle improvement.
- Collaborate seamlessly with the supervising physician and multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity and coordination of care.
- Maintain meticulous documentation and EMR accuracy to support quality and compliance standards.
- Contribute positively to clinic culture through professionalism, teamwork, and compassion.
Qualifications
- Current and active Texas license as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
- Minimum 2 years of independent clinical experience as an NP or PA (family medicine, internal medicine, or urgent care preferred), with the ability to address acute and chronic conditions.
- National board certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA).
- Current DEA registration and BLS certification (ACLS preferred).
- Strong clinical judgment, diagnostic acumen, and comfort managing a broad range of conditions.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with patients and colleagues.
- A flexible, adaptable, and team-oriented mindset.
- Commitment to compassionate, evidence-based, and high-quality patient care.
What We Offer
- Competitive and commensurate compensation based on experience and productivity.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Balanced schedule with predictable hours (weekday shifts and limited weekend rotation).
- Modern, well-equipped clinic with strong administrative and nursing support.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Benefits include Health, Dental and Vision plans, Paid Time Off, CME allowance