Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Urgent Care

This on-site contract position offers an excellent opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced urgent care environment. As a Locum NP or PA, you will diagnose and treat patients with acute medical conditions, perform minor procedures, and collaborate with physicians and healthcare staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Clinical Setting

You will work in an urgent care setting serving patients with acute illnesses and minor injuries, including pediatric patients as young as 3 months old. The role requires working across multiple facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive urgent care services including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acute illnesses and minor injuries
• Perform common urgent care procedures such as wound care, suturing, splinting, and minor incision and drainage
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including lab work, X-rays, and EKGs
• Prescribe medications and provide appropriate patient education and follow-up instructions
• Collaborate with attending physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to coordinate patient care
• Document patient encounters accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record (EMR) system using Practice Velocity
• Manage patient flow efficiently to minimize wait times and maintain high-quality care standards
• Respond to medical emergencies and stabilize patients as needed until advanced care is available
• Educate patients and families on preventive care, treatment plans, and medication management
• Adhere to all clinical protocols, safety guidelines, and regulatory compliance requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician's Assistant (PA) license in Texas
• National board certification as an NP or PA (ANCC, AANP, NCCPA, or equivalent)
• Master's degree in Nursing, Physician Assistant Studies, or related field from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or family practice
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• DEA license and ability to prescribe controlled substances in accordance with state regulations
• Proficiency in performing minor procedures such as suturing, splinting, and wound care
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and team members
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple patients efficiently
• Experience with EMR systems and digital health documentation platforms
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends, as required in urgent care

Schedule

• 7, 8, 12, or 15-hour weekday and weekend shifts
• No call required
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends

Additional Information

• Paid travel and expenses provided
• Will cover multiple facilities
• Must be able to work with pediatric patients 3 months old and up