Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner: Autonomy, Impact, Benefits

American-Family-Car; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Malpractice insurance (100% covered)

Life, short- & long-term disability

UpToDate subscription

CME & continuing education

Job summary

American Family Care (AFC) in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our urgent care team. You will provide patient-centered care across all ages, diagnose and treat acute conditions, and perform procedures in a fast-paced clinic.

We offer competitive pay, collaborative leadership, and opportunities for professional growth, with a commitment to work-life balance and community impact. Current NP or PA license required and BLS.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in urgent care, family medicine, or emergency care.
• Active state license for NP (ANCC/AANP) or PA (NCCPA) required.
• Active BLS certification or on onboarding timeline.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages in an urgent care setting.
• Manage acute conditions, infections, and injuries.
• Perform minor procedures such as suturing and wound care.
• Conduct DOT and employment physicals.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (labs, X-rays, EKGs).
• Counsel patients on care plans and preventive health strategies.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation.
• Collaborate with supervising physicians and team members to ensure quality care.

Skills

Urgent care experience

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

NP certification (ANCC/AANP) with active license

PA certification (NCCPA) with active license

Job description

American Family Care (AFC) in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our urgent care team. You will provide patient-centered care across all ages, diagnose and treat acute conditions, and perform procedures in a fast-paced clinic.

We offer competitive pay, collaborative leadership, and opportunities for professional growth, with a commitment to work-life balance and community impact. Current NP or PA license required and BLS.