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Portland, Oregon

Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care

Physician Assistant Top 10% in Urgent Care (PA)No weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$140k-$180k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

Tired of the same old grind? Imagine a workplace where you can provide exceptional patient care, feel valued, and actually have fun doing it! At AFC Urgent Care Portland/Vancouver, we're not just an urgent care; we're a close-knit team dedicated to making a real difference in our community, one patient at a time.

Hear directly from our team! See why Clinicians like you choose AFC Portland/Vancouver: Watch Our Video [https://youtu.be/sgWi5uvfV6A]

We're seeking passionate and skilled Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing family. If you're looking for a role that offers professional growth, a supportive environment, and a healthy dose of fun, AFC Portland/Vancouver is the place for you!

Why You'll Thrive at AFC Portland/Vancouver

We believe that taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients. We've built a culture that values collaboration, rewards hard work, and fosters genuine connections.

Here’s a Glimpse of Life at AFC

  • Make an Impact, Get Rewarded: Earn monthly performance-driven bonuses through a transparent and achievable program.
  • Team Spirit & Fun: Connect with colleagues at our company-wide quarterly events (think friendly competition, great atmospheres, and real prizes!) and quarterly provider dinners at fantastic local Portland restaurants.
  • Your Growth Matters: Benefit from monthly 1:1 meetings with our Chief Medical Officer to chart your professional development and career path.
  • Feel Appreciated: We celebrate you! Enjoy monthly birthday/anniversary recognitions (Bundtinis and lunch for everyone!) and shout-outs in our company newsletter.
  • Long-Term Commitment Rewarded: We value your dedication with increased benefits, regular performance reviews, and annual work anniversary awards.
  • Seamless Workflow: Our Designated Clinician Liaison is here to ensure your focus stays on patient care by removing administrative hurdles.

The Tangible Benefits

We offer a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support you both professionally and personally.

  • Excellent Compensation: Competitive hourly rates (approx. $140,000 - $180,000 annually) plus those achievable monthly bonuses.
  • Robust Insurance: We cover more than 90% of insurance costs (Medical, Dental, Vision).
  • Secure Your Future: 401(k) with a 3% fully vested employer contribution after one year.
  • Peace of Mind: Malpractice insurance provided.
  • Generous Time Off: 4 weeks of PTO from the 1st year itself.
  • Care for Your Own: Free medical care at our AFC clinics for you, your spouse, and your dependents.
  • Professional Development: We cover costs for USCIS & DOT certifications and offer generous allowances for Continuing Medical Education (CME), Licensing, and Membership fees.

What We're Looking For

Are you a dedicated clinician with a passion for patient-centered care and a collaborative spirit? Here's what you need:

  • Licensure: Active Medical License in Oregon and/or Washington.
  • Certification: Board Certified.
  • Life Support: BLS Certified (ACLS preferred).
  • Willingness to Learn: Open to obtaining USCIS (Physician) and DOT certifications (we'll cover the cost!).
  • Experience: 4+ years of clinical experience is preferred, but we encourage motivated providers to apply!

AFC Urgent Care in the Pacific NW is growing to meet the needs of our community. If you have an interest in ANY of our clinic locations, we encourage you to apply.

  • OREGON Clinic Locations:
  • Northeast Portland (97213)
  • Cedar Mill (97229)
  • Tigard (97223)
  • Oregon City (97045)
  • Beaverton (97005)
  • Hillsboro (97123)
  • WASHINGTON Clinic Locations:
  • Vancouver / Camas (98684)
  • Vancouver / Orchards (98662)

Schedules

  • Clinic hours:

Monday - Friday: 8am - 7pm

Saturday - Sunday: 9am - 6pm

  • Full Time, averaging 36-40 hours per week
  • Clinic Managers will collaborate with providers to develop individualized schedules that support both provider well-being and operational efficiency

Join a Team That Cares!

AFC Urgent Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you're excited by the opportunity to join a supportive, fun, and high-achieving team, we want to hear from you!

We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer!

AFC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! Let our team know you are interested.

Apply Today! Visit our Careers Page to submit your application: https://www.afcurgentcare.com/portland/resources/career/ [https://www.afcurgentcare.com/portland/resources/career/]

Come see why AFC Portland/Vancouver isn't just a job – it's a community!

Key Responsibilities

Provide exceptional patient-centered care within an urgent care setting while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Ensure operational efficiency and maintain high standards of clinical practice across various clinic locations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active medical license in Oregon or Washington and be board certified. A minimum of 4 years of clinical experience is preferred, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS (preferred)Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical assessmentMedical diagnosisTreatment planningACLS certificationUSCIS certificationDOT certificationCommunication

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care at Uptown Providers a 6.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Urgent Care (PA) — ranked against 364 active Urgent Care (PA) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Urgent Care — Physician Assistant Career Context

Uptown Providers holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 80/100, 6 active listings.

Of the 50 active Urgent Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 58% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Urgent Care pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $155k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

6.7/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 10% in Urgent Care (PA)

  • No weekends

Living in Portland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$526k
Typical market rent
$1,732/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
105.4
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Uptown Providers

Hospitals and Health Care
Tigard, Oregon
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Monthly Performance Bonuses
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with 3% employer contribution
Malpractice Insurance
4 weeks PTO
Free Medical Care at AFC Clinics