Urgent Care Physician – CareNow Urgent Care (Austin, Texas)

CareNow Urgent Care, one of the nation’s leading providers of outpatient urgent care services and part of the HCA Healthcare network, is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Urgent Care Physician to join their expanding team across the Austin, TX market. With 25+ clinic locations throughout the region, CareNow offers flexible scheduling, strong clinical support, and a patient-focused environment that allows providers to practice high-quality medicine with balance and stability.

About the Opportunity

This role offers the chance to practice broad-scope urgent care medicine in a modern, well-supported clinical setting. CareNow clinics are equipped with onsite imaging, labs, and a reliable support staff — enabling efficient, high-quality, patient-centered care.

Physicians are assigned to clinic locations based on proximity to their home and market needs, providing convenience, reduced commute time, and consistency.

Position Highlights

• Serve in a well-established urgent care network within the Austin metro

• Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance

• Modern clinics with on-site diagnostics (X-ray, lab, procedures)

• Supportive, physician-driven culture focused on quality outcomes

• Opportunity to care for a diverse patient population ranging from pediatrics (3 months+) to adults

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with a broad spectrum of urgent care needs, including minor injuries, acute illnesses, infections, and non-emergent medical concerns

• Perform common urgent care procedures, including:

  • Simple laceration repair

  • Incision and drainage of abscesses

  • Splinting and basic orthopedic care

  • Medication management for acute conditions

• Interpret basic imaging and diagnostic tests

• Provide patient education, counseling, and follow-up recommendations

• Maintain thorough and timely documentation in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards

• Work collaboratively with nurses, medical assistants, and administrative staff for smooth clinic operations

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

• Board Certified / Board Eligible in:

  • Family Medicine

  • Emergency Medicine

  • Med/Peds

• Active Texas medical license and DEA (or ability to obtain prior to start)

• Comfortable seeing patients 3 months and older

• Proficient in urgent care procedures

• Strong communication skills and a commitment to patient-centered, efficient care

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation with quarterly performance bonuses

• $20,000 sign-on bonus

• Flexible scheduling for improved work-life balance

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, retirement

  • Paid medical malpractice

  • PTO and paid CME time

• Stable patient volume within a well-supported clinical environment

• Opportunity for professional growth within the HCA Healthcare system

About CareNow Urgent Care

CareNow is a physician-driven organization committed to providing accessible, quality care within a positive, team-oriented environment. As part of the HCA Healthcare network, CareNow offers:

• Streamlined administrative processes

• Strong clinical protocols and systems

• Reliable staffing and operational support

• A commitment to excellence in patient experience and provider engagement

Physicians can focus on delivering exceptional care — while enjoying the support, structure, and resources of one of the country’s largest healthcare systems.

Why Austin?

Austin consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Known for its vibrant culture, rapidly growing economy, and exceptional lifestyle, the city offers:

• Substantial physician demand across high-growth communities

• Top-rated schools and family-friendly neighborhoods

• Outdoor recreation, lakes, trails, and 300+ sunny days each year

• World-class dining, live music, festivals, and arts

• A diverse, welcoming, and innovative population

Whether you prefer urban living or a quiet suburban community, Austin offers outstanding quality of life for physicians and families.