Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Dallas, TX (Mesquite)

NextCare•Mesquite, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

NextCare Urgent Care is hiring a full-time Nurse Practitioner (Family Nurse Practitioner) or Physician Assistant for its clinic in Mesquite, Texas, in the Dallas area. The role is based in a fast-paced urgent care setting and offers clinical autonomy, established practice guidelines, experienced clinical support teams, peer collaboration, and access to medical leadership for guidance and mentorship. Providers care for a diverse patient population and support the health needs of the surrounding community. Providers typically work three 12-hour shifts per week. The clinic is open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, seven days a week, and schedules are provided in advance. The position includes rotating weekend and holiday work, competitive hourly compensation with bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive full-time benefits package. NextCare also describes opportunities for CME and licensing reimbursement, continued professional development, and medical malpractice coverage.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted Texas Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.
Current national board certification: ANCC or AANP certification for Nurse Practitioners (Family Nurse Practitioner required), or NCCPA certification for Physician Assistants.
Active DEA license or ability to obtain one.
Ability to evaluate and treat patients of all ages.
Active BLS certification.
Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR).
Ability to work three 12-hour shifts per week, including rotating weekends and holidays.
DOT certification or willingness to obtain it; certification fees are covered.
Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced urgent care environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous urgent care, emergency medicine, or fast-track experience.
Strong procedural skills, including suturing, splinting, and wound care.
Experience managing a broad range of acute illnesses and injuries.
Experience with initial X-ray interpretation prior to radiology over-read.

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 laboratory testing and imaging.
Perform urgent care procedures, including suturing, splinting, and wound management.
Clearly communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently in the electronic health record.
Code and bill services appropriately.
Maintain productivity consistent with urgent care benchmarks.
Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in alignment with NextCare's clinical standards and values.