Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Dallas, TX (Mesquite)

• Location: Mesquite, TX (Dallas Area)
• Status: Full-Time
• Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week
• Clinic Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, seven days a week

Compensation: Competitive compensation + bonus opportunities Benefits: Comprehensive full-time benefits package available

Position Summary

We are seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Mesquite, Texas. This role is ideal for experienced 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 routine after-hours administrative responsibilities, flexible scheduling, and monthly schedules released in advance. Our full-time schedules consist of three 12-hour shifts per week, allowing clinicians to enjoy more days off than days worked.

You'll be supported by experienced clinical teams, strong peer relationships, 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 that keep skills sharp without the demands of inpatient follow-up.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and advancement within one of the nation's leading urgent care organizations.

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 laboratory testing and imaging

• Perform urgent care procedures, including suturing, wound management, splinting, and other procedures as appropriate

• Clearly communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions

• Document patient care accurately and efficiently in the electronic health record (EHR)

• Code and bill services appropriately

• Maintain productivity consistent with urgent care benchmarks

• Practice in alignment with NextCare clinical standards, protocols, and core values

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Texas Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license

• Nurse Practitioners: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification through ANCC or AANP

• Physician Assistants: Current NCCPA certification

• Active DEA license or ability to obtain

• Ability to evaluate and treat patients of all ages

• Current BLS certification

• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR)

• Availability to work three 12-hour shifts per week, including rotating weekends and holidays

• DOT certification or willingness to obtain (certification fees covered)

• Ability to practice independently in a fast-paced urgent care environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous 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

• Experience managing a diverse patient population independently

Why Join Nextcare?

Work-Life Balance

• Three 12-hour shifts per week

• More days off than days worked

• Monthly schedules provided in advance

• No routine after-hours patient follow-up responsibilities

• Opportunities to pick up additional shifts based on clinic needs

Supportive Clinical Environment

• Experienced clinical support teams

• Accessible medical leadership

• Established clinical guidelines and resources

• Collaborative relationships with fellow providers

• Engaging and varied clinical work

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and paid sick leave

• CME and licensing reimbursement

• Medical malpractice coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

• Opportunities for continued professional development

About Nextcare

NextCare is one of the nation's largest urgent care providers, serving communities with accessible, affordable, high-quality healthcare across more than 160 locations in 11 states.

Our culture is built on the core values of Caring, Growth, Integrity, Results, and Teamwork, which guide how we care for patients and support our clinicians every day.

Our providers choose NextCare for the work-life balance, flexible scheduling, engaging clinical practice, supportive leadership, and opportunities for continued professional growth. They stay because they're empowered to make a meaningful impact while being part of a collaborative, clinician-focused team.

Ready to Join Nextcare?

If you're an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking for a full-time urgent care opportunity in Mesquite, Texas, we'd love to connect!

Join a team that values your clinical expertise, supports your professional growth, and recognizes the importance of life outside of work.

Apply today to learn more about joining the NextCare team in Mesquite, TX!