Urgent Care Physician - South Dakota

Urgent Care Physician (MD/DO)

The Urgent Care Physician provides timely, high-quality medical care for patients presenting with acute illnesses and minor injuries in an urgent care setting. This role focuses on rapid evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of non-life-threatening conditions, emphasizing patient-centered care, efficiency, and appropriate care coordination.

Evaluate and treat patients with acute medical conditions and minor injuries

Manage common urgent care presentations such as respiratory infections, gastrointestinal illnesses, musculoskeletal injuries, lacerations, burns, and minor trauma

Perform procedures consistent with training and privileges, including suturing, splinting, incision and drainage, and wound care

Order and interpret diagnostic tests including laboratory studies, X-rays, and point-of-care testing

Prescribe medications and provide treatment plans appropriate to urgent care settings

Provide patient education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care

Identify patients requiring higher levels of care and coordinate transfers to emergency departments or specialty services

Document patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner

Collaborate with nursing staff, advanced practice providers, and support staff

Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives

Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school

Completion of an accredited residency program in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine

Board-eligible or board-certified in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine

Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure

DEA registration or eligibility

Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills

Ability to manage a wide range of acute conditions efficiently

Proficiency in office-based and minor surgical procedures

Excellent communication and patient education abilities

Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-volume environments

Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care

Urgent care centers with extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Shift-based scheduling

Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the clinical environment

Manual dexterity for procedures and examinations

Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and communication