Locums Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

We are seeking a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide locum urgent care coverage in Martinsville, VA. The ideal provider will deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients of all ages, treating a wide range of non-emergent illnesses and injuries in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide episodic and urgent care to adolescent, adult, geriatric, and pediatric patients
• Diagnose and treat common illnesses and minor injuries
• Perform procedures such as wound care, splinting, and laceration repair
• Collaborate with clinical support staff and follow evidence-based practice guidelines
• Accurately document patient care in the electronic medical record
• Participate in a rotating weekend schedule 

Clinical Setting:

• Shift Schedule: Minimum of 3x12-hour shifts per week (including rotating weekends)
• Patient Population: All ages – Adolescent, Child, Adult, Geriatric
• Procedures: Injury treatment, episodic care 

Requirements:

• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Active Virginia license (required)
• DEA (required)
• BLS certification (required)
• Minimum of 1–2 years of urgent care or emergency medicine experience preferred
• Comfortable working independently in a high-volume setting 

Martinsville, Virginia is a historic small city situated in southern Virginia, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Founded in 1791 and incorporated as a city in 1929, it has deep roots in America's early industrial era as the former "Furniture Capital of the South" .  Overall, Martinsville offers a charming blend of historic heritage, community pride, cultural events, and an affordable lifestyle. While facing some economic challenges, it is actively revitalizing and embracing its arts, healthcare, and outdoor assets—making it a meaningful and welcoming place for locum providers and families.