Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Waco, TX (Hillcrest)

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Waco, TX (Hillcrest) Job Description Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner – Full-Time Location: Waco, TX – Hillcrest5400 Crosslake Pkwy, Ste 300, Waco, TX, 76712 Status: Full-Time Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week; standard clinic hours are 8:00 AM–8:00 PM, seven days a week Compensation: Competitive hourly plus productivity bonus Benefits: Full benefits package available Position Summary NextCare Urgent Care is seeking a Full-Time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our team at our Waco – Hillcrest clinic . This role is a great fit for a clinician who enjoys variety, autonomy, and meaningful patient care in a fast-paced urgent care setting. At NextCare, you will treat patients of all ages while being supported by experienced clinical teams, clear practice guidelines, and accessible medical leadership. Our full-time schedule is designed with work-life balance in mind. Providers typically work three 12-hour shifts per week , with no after-hours work and schedules released in advance. 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, X-rays, and EKGs Perform urgent care procedures such as suturing, wound care, splinting, I&D, and other procedures as applicable 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 Texas license as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner 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 Willingness to work rotating weekends and holidays DOT certification required or willingness to obtain; fees covered per policy Preferred Qualifications Prior urgent care, emergency medicine, or fast-track experience Strong procedural skills, including suturing, splinting, wound care, and I&D Experience with initial X-ray interpretation prior to radiology over-read Comfortable working independently in a busy urgent care environment 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. Ready to Join NextCare? If you are looking for an urgent care role that offers clinical autonomy, strong support, growth potential, and life-friendly scheduling, we would love to connect. Apply today to learn more about our Full-Time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner opportunity in Waco, TX. Clinic hours are Mon - Fri 8a - 8p and Sat-Sun 8a-5p, 12-hour shifts are required, which includes evenings, rotating weekends and holidays as needed. Workplace Type Onsite Address 5400 Crosslake ParkwaySuite 300, Waco , Texas 76712 , United States NextCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr