Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) – Urgent Care

The Urgent Care, LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Urgent Care, LLC in the Greater New Orleans area is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our clinical team. The role involves travel between our clinic locations and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced walk-in environment.

The ideal candidate is an experienced provider with a commitment to compassionate care, strong clinical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with supervising physicians and clinic teams.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited PA/NP program and hold active Louisiana license.
• Minimum two years in urgent care, emergency medicine, family or primary care; three years preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS; DEA registration and state prescriptive authority as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including assessments, physical exams, evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including x-rays, EKGs, and laboratory studies.
• Perform urgent care procedures such as laceration repair, incision and drainage, splinting, and wound care.
• Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans per guidelines.
• Document all patient encounters in EMR accurately and timely.
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up with patients.

Skills

Patient care

Spanish language proficiency

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Education

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program

NCCPA/ANCC/AANP certification

BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS certifications

Tools

DOT Certification (FMCSA Medical Examiner)

DEA registration

EMR systems

Job description

Position Summary

The Urgent Care is currently seeking a qualified and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our clinical team. This position requires flexibility and a willingness to travel between our clinic locations across the Greater New Orleans area.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced and motivated provider with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced, walk-in clinic environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including assessments, physical exams, evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including x-rays, EKGs, and laboratory studies
• Perform common urgent care procedures such as laceration repair, incision and drainage, splinting, and wound care
• Prescribe appropriate medications and develop treatment plans consistent with current medical guidelines
• Accurately document all patient encounters and maintain timely electronic medical records
• Communicate effectively with patients regarding their diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care
• Collaborate with supervising physicians and clinic teams to ensure continuity of care
• Rotate between multiple clinic locations as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Louisiana licensure as a PA or NP
• Certification by NCCPA (for PAs), or certification by ANCC or AANP (for NPs – FNP required)
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, family medicine, or primary care (three years preferred)
• Current BLS/CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Current DOT Certification (FMCSA Medical Examiner Certification) is a plus
• Active DEA registration and state prescriptive authority (or ability to obtain)
• Proficiency in minor procedures and interpreting diagnostic test results
• Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and patient engagement skills
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus
• Ability and willingness to commute to all The Urgent Care clinic locations as needed

Preferred Competencies

• Knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, and standard billing/coding practices
• Familiarity with EMR systems and digital documentation workflows
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative clinical environment
• Commitment to professional development and continuous learning

About The Urgent Care

The Urgent Care is a mission-driven healthcare provider with multiple locations throughout the Greater New Orleans area. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, accessible, and compassionate medical care to individuals and families across the region.

We offer a supportive clinical environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth and continuing education.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time