Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Houston, TX
About The Position
NextCare is seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our urgent care team at our Nassau Bay clinic in Houston, TX. This role is a great fit for an experienced APP who enjoys variety, clinical autonomy, and a fast-paced environment while still having the support of an established urgent care organization. Our full-time providers typically work three 12-hour shifts per week, giving you more days off than days worked. There are no after-hours inboxes or patient follow-up responsibilities, and schedules are released in advance to help providers plan around life outside of work. You'll care for patients of all ages with a broad range of acute illnesses, injuries, and occupational health needs while working alongside an experienced clinical team and accessible medical leadership.
Requirements
- Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Texas
- Minimum of 1 year of post-graduate clinical experience required
- NP candidates must be certified through ANCC or AANP as a Family Nurse Practitioner
- PA candidates must maintain active NCCPA certification
- Active DEA license or ability to obtain
- Active BLS certification
- Comfortable treating patients across the lifespan
- Comfortable practicing independently within scope
- Strong EHR and documentation skills
- Willingness to work rotating weekends and holidays
- DOT certification or willingness to obtain
Nice To Haves
- Urgent care, emergency medicine, or other high-volume outpatient experience strongly preferred
- Applicable certification fees are covered
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages in an urgent care setting
- Manage acute illnesses, minor injuries, and occupational health visits
- Order and interpret diagnostic studies, including labs and imaging
- Perform common urgent care procedures, including suturing, wound care, splinting, and incision and drainage
- Provide clear diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
- Document patient care accurately and efficiently in the EHR
- Maintain productivity appropriate for a fast-paced urgent care setting
- Work collaboratively with clinic staff and medical leadership
- Practice in alignment with NextCare clinical standards and values
Benefits
- Medical and other eligible health benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid malpractice coverage
- Annual CME and licensing reimbursement
- Support for required licenses and certifications
- No after-hours administrative or inbox responsibilities
- Flexible scheduling with monthly schedules provided in advance
- Opportunities for professional growth and expanded clinical responsibilities
- Support from experienced clinical leadership and provider teams
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
