Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Thornton, CO

Nextcare-Urgent-Car; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three 12-hour shifts per week

Flexible scheduling

Strong clinical support

Job summary

NextCare in Thornton, Colorado is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our urgent care team. This role offers three 12-hour shifts weekly, with no after-hours tasks and strong clinical support.

You will evaluate and treat patients of all ages, order diagnostics, perform urgent care procedures, and document in the EHR. A DEA license and NCCPA or ANCC/AANP certification are required, with BLS and DOT certifications or willingness to obtain.

Qualifications

• NCCPA or ANCC/AANP certification is required.
• DEA license active or ability to obtain.
• BLS certification required.
• DOT certification required or willingness to obtain.
• Willingness to work weekends/holidays as needed.

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, splinting, and wound management.
• Communicate diagnoses and discharge instructions clearly.

Skills

Clinical autonomy

Urgent care experience

Weekend/holiday availability

Initial x-ray interpretation

Education

NCCPA certification

ANCC or AANP certification; FNP

Active DEA license

Active BLS certification

DOT certification or willingness to obtain

Job description

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Thornton, CO

#26-1093

Job Description

Location: Thornton, Colorado
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: $60–$80/hour (based on experience) + bonus
Clinic Location: 9720 Grant St, Thornton, CO 80229

Position Summary

We are seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Thornton, Colorado. This role is ideal for clinicians who value variety, autonomy, and meaningful community impact while practicing in a fast-paced, well-supported urgent care environment.

Clinicians at NextCare enjoy true work-life balance, including no after-hours tasks, flexible scheduling, and monthly schedules released in advance. Full-time clinicians work three 12-hour shifts per week, allowing them to be 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 support. 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, splinting, and wound management

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

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 occasional weekends and holidays

DOT certification required or willingness to obtain; fees covered

Preferred Qualifications

Prior urgent care, emergency medicine, or fast-track experience

Strong procedural skills, including suturing, splinting, and wound care

Experience with initial x-ray interpretation prior to radiology over-read

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. 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, and a three-day workweek, we’d love to connect.

Clinic hours are Mon - Fri 8a - 8p and Sat-Sun 9a-4p, 12-hour shifts are required, which includes evenings, rotating weekends and holidays as needed.

Workplace Type

Onsite

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.