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Location: Thornton, COStatus: Full-TimeSchedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week; clinic hours 8:00 AM 8:00 PM, seven days per weekCompensation: $60 $80/hour (based on experience) + bonusBenefits: Full benefits package available Position Overview NextCare Urgent Care is seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Thornton, CO clinic. This role is ideal for clinicians who value autonomy, variety, 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 charting, flexible scheduling, and monthly schedules released in advance. Full-time schedules are designed so clinicians are off more days than they work.You will be supported by experienced clinical teams, 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. Key Responsibilities Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages in an urgent care settingManage acute illnesses, injuries, and occupational health visitsOrder and interpret diagnostic studies, including labs and imagingPerform urgent care procedures such as suturing and wound managementCommunicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions clearlyDocument patient care accurately and efficiently in the EHRCode and bill services appropriatelyMaintain productivity aligned with urgent care benchmarksPractice in alignment with NextCare clinical standards and values Required Qualifications Active, unrestricted Colorado NP or PA licenseBoard certification or eligibility, as applicablePA: NCCPA certificationNP: ANCC or AANP certification (FNP required)Active DEA license or ability to obtainAbility to treat patients of all agesActive BLS certificationEHR proficiencyWillingness to work occasional weekends and holidaysDOT certification required or willingness to obtain (fees covered) Preferred Qualifications Prior urgent care, emergency medicine, or fast-track experienceStrong procedural skills (suturing, splinting, 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, operating more than 160 clinics across 11 states. Our culture is guided by our core values: Caring, Growth, Integrity, Results, and Teamwork.Clinicians choose NextCare for work-life balance, flexible scheduling, and engaging clinical work, and they stay for the supportive culture, accessible leadership, and growth opportunities. Ready to Apply? If you are looking for an urgent care role that offers clinical autonomy, strong support, and life-friendly scheduling, we would love to connect.Apply today to learn more about opportunities with NextCare.Maddie KarnesVP of Provider Recruitment