Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted Arizona license as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
• Board certification or eligibility, as applicable: PA candidates require NCCPA certification; NP candidates require ANCC or AANP certification, with FNP required.
• Active DEA license or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to treat patients of all ages.
• Active BLS certification.
• EHR proficiency.
• Willingness to work occasional weekends and holidays.
• DOT certification or willingness to obtain it; fees are covered.
• Availability for a minimum of four shifts per month; shifts are 12 hours.

Nice To Haves

• Prior urgent care, emergency medicine, or fast-track experience.
• Strong procedural skills, such as suturing, splinting, and wound care.
• Experience with initial X-ray interpretation before radiology over-read.
• Occasional weekend and holiday availability is preferred.

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 tests and imaging.
• Perform urgent care procedures such as suturing and wound management, as applicable.
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions clearly.
• 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.

Benefits

• Monthly productivity bonus.
• Flexible scheduling and monthly schedules released in advance.
• No after-hours tasks.
• DOT certification fees covered.
• Support from experienced clinical teams, peers, and accessible medical leadership, including real-time guidance and mentorship.
• Growth opportunities.