Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Thornton, CO

Full-Time Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 valuesCaring, Growth, Integrity, Results, and Teamworkwhich 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.