Urgent Care Physician (MD/DO)

Urgent Care Physician

Stopwatch Urgent Care is hiring a full-time Urgent Care Physician at our Auburn clinic. Auburn is a vibrant college city in east-central Alabama, home to Auburn University, with a strong local economy and a growing population.

What to expect: a rotating 3-4 schedule (three 12-hour shifts one week, four the next), competitive compensation, no on-call, and a benefits package recognized as a Top 10 program nationally among private urgent care organizations.

You will be the primary physician on-site, managing acute and episodic care independently in a fast-paced urgent care setting. You are supported by established clinical protocols, a dedicated clinic support team, and direct access to clinical leadership and network resources. Onboarding includes a structured clinical orientation designed to set you up for success from day one.

Assess, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with acute and episodic conditions. Perform common urgent care procedures, including laceration repair, abscess drainage, splinting, wound care, and DOT physicals. Order, review, and interpret diagnostic testing, including in-house labs and imaging.

Prescribe medications appropriately and provide patient education on treatment plans, follow-up care, and preventive health. Document encounters thoroughly and accurately in the electronic medical record. Collaborate with clinic staff to maintain efficient patient flow, quality outcomes, and a strong patient experience.

Average patient volume of 3-4 patients per hour, supporting thorough evaluation, quality care, and complete documentation. Clinical leadership and network resources are accessible when needed.

Fully equipped clinics with on-site diagnostics and Experity EMR. Established workflows and clinical protocols to support efficient, high-quality care delivery.

Full-time, rotating 3-4 schedule (three 12-hour shifts one week, four the next). Rotating weekends. No on-call requirements. Schedules are published in advance via a self-scheduling system. Additional shifts are easily available via the scheduling app with time-and-a-half pay after 40 hours per week.

Competitive hourly rate based on experience and credentials. Productivity incentives are available above base compensation. Signing and relocation bonuses may be offered based on clinic location and operational need.

Stopwatch Urgent Care's benefits package has been recognized as a Top 10 program nationally among private urgent care organizations.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• HSA with employer contribution match
• Company-paid malpractice insurance
• Student loan repayment assistance
• PTO
• Generous annual CME allowance covering continuing education and licensure renewal
• Paid and rotating holidays with clinics closed on 6 major holidays
• Flexible spending options

Licensed MD or DO in Alabama, or eligible for licensure. Board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Internal Medicine. Current BLS and ACLS certifications. Urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care experience preferred. Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a patient-centered approach to care.

Stopwatch Urgent Care is part of a growing network of 40+ clinics across North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, and Missouri. The organization offers physicians a stable, well-resourced practice environment with the infrastructure and flexibility to build a long-term career within a multi-state network.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

This position has no fixed application deadline. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

No agencies or staffing firms. Direct applicants only.