Part-Time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Waco, TX

NextCare•Waco, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Part-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our urgent care team in Waco, Texas. This role is ideal for clinicians who value flexibility, autonomy, variety, and meaningful community impact while practicing in a fast-paced, well-supported urgent care environment. This position requires a minimum commitment of four shifts per month, with the opportunity to pick up additional shifts when coverage is needed. Clinicians at NextCare enjoy true work-life balance, including no after-hours tasks, flexible scheduling, and monthly schedules released in advance. You'll be supported by experienced clinical teams, strong peer relationships, clear practice guidelines, and accessible medical leadership who provide real-time guidance and support. The work is engaging and varied, with a broad patient population and generally low-acuity presentations that allow clinicians to maintain a diverse clinical skill set.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted Texas license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Board certification: PA: NCCPA certification; NP: ANCC or AANP certification; FNP required
Active DEA license or ability to obtain
Ability to treat patients of all ages
Active BLS certification
EHR proficiency
Ability to commit to a minimum of four shifts per month
Willingness to work occasional weekends and holidays
DOT certification or willingness to obtain; applicable fees covered

Nice To Haves

Prior urgent care, emergency medicine, or fast-track experience
Strong procedural skills, including suturing, splinting, and wound care
Experience with initial X-ray interpretation prior to radiology over-read
Comfort working independently in a fast-paced clinical setting

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages in an urgent care setting
Manage acute illnesses, injuries, and occupational health visits
Order and interpret diagnostic studies, including labs and imaging
Perform urgent care procedures such as suturing, splinting, wound care, and other applicable procedures
Clearly communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
Document patient care accurately and efficiently in the EHR
Code and bill services appropriately
Maintain productivity consistent with urgent care benchmarks
Practice in alignment with NextCare clinical standards and values