Urgent Care Physician Assistant Opportunity in Thornton, CO
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Job description
Physician Assistant – Urgent Care
Location: Thornton, Colorado
Compensation: $60–$80 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Full-time | 3×12-hour shifts per week | Rotating weekends and holidays
NextCare Introduction
NextCare strives to be the leader in high access healthcare, offering urgent care, occupational health, virtual health and primary care services across eleven states and more than 165 clinic locations. We deliver exceptional, affordable care and uphold core values of caring, growth, integrity, results and teamwork.
Position Summary
NextCare Urgent Care is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our team in Thornton, Colorado. The ideal provider is adaptable, patient-centered, and comfortable managing a wide range of urgent care presentations in a fast-paced clinic environment.
Clinic Hours
Saturday-Sunday: 9 AM – 4 PM
Monday–Friday: 8 AM – 8 PM
Schedules may vary based on clinic coverage needs.
Responsibilities
• Evaluate and treat patients across all age groups
• Deliver evidence-based urgent care and occupational health services
• Perform common UC procedures per competency
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies (X-ray, POC labs)
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and coding
• Maintain productivity aligned with industry benchmarks
• Provide patient education and clear follow-up plans
• Communicate professionally and collaborate effectively with clinic staff
Required Qualifications
• Active, unrestricted Colorado PA license
• Active DEA license or eligibility to obtain
• NCCPA certification
• Proficient in patient care across the full lifespan (infant to geriatric)
• Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant studies required
• Active BLS certification
• EHR proficiency
• Able to work rotating weekends and holidays
• Willingness to obtain DOT certification (training provided if needed)
Preferred Qualifications
• Urgent care, ER fast-track, or walk-in medical clinic experience
• Splinting, suturing, and initial X-ray interpretation
Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• HSA options
• CME and license reimbursement
• Malpractice insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) participation options
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Life and supplemental insurance
• Employee assistance programs
Benefits eligible per plan and policy requirements.
How to Apply
Apply directly through DocCafe or email your CV to:
Maddie Karnes
Vice President, Provider Recruitment – NextCare
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