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Three 12-hour shifts per week; standard clinic hours are 8:00 AM–8:00 PM, seven days a week
$60–$80/hour (based on experience) + bonus Clinic Location: 9720 Grant St, Thornton, CO 80229
Full-benefits package available
We are seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Thornton, Colorado . This role is ideal for clinicians who value variety, autonomy, and meaningful community impact while practicing in a fast-paced, well-supported urgent care environment. Clinicians at NextCare enjoy true work-life balance , including no after-hours tasks, flexible scheduling, and monthly schedules released in advance.
Full-time clinicians work three 12-hour shifts per week , allowing them to be off more days than they work. You'll be supported by experienced clinical teams, strong peer relationships, clear practice guidelines, and accessible medical leadership who provide real-time guidance and support. The work is engaging and varied, with a broad patient population and generally low-acuity presentations that keep skills sharp without the pressure of inpatient follow-up.
Key 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 labs and imaging Perform urgent care procedures such as suturing, splinting, and wound management Clearly communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions 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 Required Qualifications Active, unrestricted Colorado NP or PA license PA: NCCPA certification NP: ANCC or AANP certification; FNP required Active DEA license or ability to obtain Ability to treat patients of all ages Active BLS certification EHR proficiency Willingness to work occasional weekends and holidays DOT certification required or willingness to obtain; fees covered
Prior urgent care, emergency medicine, or fast-track experience Strong procedural skills, including suturing, splinting, and wound care Experience with initial x-ray interpretation prior to radiology over-read About NextCare NextCare is one of the nation's largest urgent care providers, serving communities with accessible, affordable, high-quality care across 160+ locations in 11 states. Our environment is built on our core values— Caring, Growth, Integrity, Results, and Teamwork —which guide how we care for patients and support our clinicians.
Clinicians choose NextCare for work-life balance, flexible scheduling, engaging clinical work , and the opportunity to make a visible impact in their community . They stay for the supportive culture, schedule flexibility, and growth opportunities. Ready to Join NextCare?
If you're an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking for a full-time urgent care role with clinical autonomy, strong support, and a three-day workweek , we'd love to connect. Apply today to learn more about opportunities with NextCare. Maddie Karnes VP of Provider Recruitment maddiekarnes@nextcare.com #IND1
About the role
Full-time clinicians work three 12-hour shifts per week , allowing them to be off more days than they work.