Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Cedar Park, TX

NextCare; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid malpractice coverage

CME/licensing reimbursement

License support

Flexible scheduling

No after-hours admin

Career growth

Job summary

NextCare in Cedar Park, TX is seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our urgent care team. The role offers clinical autonomy in a fast-paced environment with a supportive leadership and clear guidelines.

Schedule features three 12-hour shifts per week with clinic hours from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, seven days a week, designed to maximize off-days. The position emphasizes work-life balance, no after-hours tasks, and opportunities for professional growth within a

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Texas license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Minimum of 1 year of post-graduate clinical experience.
• NPs must be ANCC/AANP Family NP certified; PAs must hold NCCPA certification.
• Active DEA license or ability to obtain.
• Willingness to work rotating weekends and holidays.
• DOT certification required or willingness to obtain; fees covered.

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 and imaging.
• Perform urgent care procedures such as suturing, wound care, splinting, and I&D.
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Document patient care accurately in the EHR; code and bill services.
• Maintain productivity consistent with urgent care benchmarks.
• Practice in alignment with NextCare clinical standards and values.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient care

EHR proficiency

DOT certification

BLS certification

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner

AANP Family Nurse Practitioner

NCCPA Certification (PA)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Cedar Park, TX

Status: Full-Time

Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week; standard clinic hours are 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, seven days a week

Position Summary

NextCare is seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our urgent care team in Cedar Park, TX.

This role is ideal for an experienced APP who enjoys variety, clinical autonomy, and making a meaningful impact in the community while practicing in a fast-paced, well-supported urgent care environment.

NextCare clinicians enjoy true work-life balance, including no after-hours tasks, flexible scheduling, and monthly schedules released in advance. Our full-time schedules are designed so clinicians are off more days than they work.

You’ll be supported by experienced clinical teams, strong peer relationships, clear practice guidelines, and accessible medical leadership who provide real-time guidance and mentorship. The work is engaging and varied, with a broad patient population and generally low-acuity presentations that keep skills sharp without the pressure of inpatient follow-up.

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 and imaging
• Perform urgent care procedures such as suturing, wound care, splinting, and incision and drainage
• 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 Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Minimum of 1 year of post-graduate clinical experience
• NP candidates must be certified through ANCC or AANP as a Family Nurse Practitioner
• PA candidates must maintain 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 required or willingness to obtain; applicable fees are covered

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 practicing independently within scope in a fast-paced clinical setting

Benefits

Full-time NextCare clinicians are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical and other eligible health benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Annual CME and licensing reimbursement
• Support for required licenses and certifications
• Flexible scheduling with monthly schedules released in advance
• No after-hours administrative or inbox responsibilities
• Opportunities for professional growth and expanded clinical responsibilities
• Support from experienced clinical leadership and provider teams

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 around our core values of Caring, Growth, Integrity, Results, and Teamwork, which guide both how we care for patients and how we 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 communities. They stay for the supportive culture, schedule flexibility, and growth opportunities.

Ready to Join NextCare?

If you’re an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking for a full-time urgent care role with clinical autonomy, strong support, growth potential, and a life-friendly schedule, we’d love to connect.