Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Thornton, CO

Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant

NextCare is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our urgent care team in Thornton, Colorado. This opportunity is ideal for a clinician who values autonomy, variety, and meaningful community impact while working in a fast-paced, well-supported urgent care environment. Full-time clinicians typically work three 12-hour shifts per week, allowing them to be off more days than they work. Monthly schedules are released in advance, and there are no after-hours charting or follow-up responsibilities. You will be supported by experienced clinical teams, strong peer relationships, clear practice guidelines, and accessible medical leadership who are available for real-time guidance and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages
• Manage acute illnesses, injuries, and occupational health visits
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies, including labs and imaging
• Perform urgent care procedures, including suturing, splinting, and wound care
• 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 expectations
• Practice in alignment with NextCare's clinical standards and values

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Colorado Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license
• Nurse Practitioners must hold FNP certification through ANCC or AANP
• Physician Assistants must hold active NCCPA certification
• Active DEA license or ability to obtain
• Ability to treat patients of all ages
• Active BLS certification
• EHR proficiency
• Willingness to work rotating weekends and holidays
• DOT certification or willingness to obtain; associated fees are covered

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous urgent care, emergency medicine, or fast-track experience
• Strong procedural skills, including suturing, splinting, and wound care
• Experience with initial X-ray interpretation before radiology over-read

Why Clinicians Choose NextCare

• Three 12-hour shifts per week
• No after-hours charting or follow-up responsibilities
• Monthly schedules released in advance
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and sick time
• 401(k)
• CME and license reimbursement
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Supportive clinical leadership and peer teams
• Opportunities for professional growth

About NextCare

NextCare is one of the nation's largest urgent care providers, serving communities through more than 160 locations across 11 states. Our culture is guided by our core values of Caring, Growth, Integrity, Results, and Teamwork. These values shape how we care for our patients and how we support our clinicians.