Physician Assistant (PA-C) – Urgent Care

Location: Waterbury, Connecticut | Employment Type: Full-Time | Schedule: Outpatient (Monday–Friday, 9 AM- 5 PM)

Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 per year + benefits 

Ideal Candidate Profile: 

The Physician Assistant (PA-C) is a critical member of our urgent care clinical staff, responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with a wide array of acute, non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. Working in coordination with supervising physicians, nursing staff, and support teams, you will function at the top of your license in a fast-paced and rewarding clinical environment.

The ideal candidate is a confident, clinically competent Physician Assistant who is energized by high-volume, fast-moving environments. You should be adept at balancing thorough care with efficiency and have excellent communication skills, especially when working with diverse populations. A strong commitment to teamwork and evidence-based medicine is essential.

Job Duties:

• Provide comprehensive patient evaluations, including detailed histories and physical exams for pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations

• Diagnose and treat a variety of urgent and episodic conditions such as flu, strep throat, sprains, fractures, minor burns, infections, and allergic reactions

• Manage minor surgical procedures, including laceration repair, incision and drainage, splinting, and foreign body removal

• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic testing, including laboratory work, X-rays, and EKGs

• Accurately prescribe medications and manage treatment regimens in accordance with current clinical guidelines

• Provide patient education on health maintenance, preventive care, and follow-up plans

• Document all patient encounters clearly and efficiently using our integrated EMR system

• Triage patients and manage clinical flow to minimize wait times and optimize patient satisfaction

• Collaborate with other clinicians and administrative personnel to maintain clinical excellence and operational efficiency

Candidate Profile:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

• Current and unrestricted PA license in the state of Connecticut

• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (or ability to obtain prior to start date)

• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or family practice

• Excellent diagnostic, procedural, and decision-making skills

• Proficiency in EMR systems and comfort with medical documentation workflows

• DOT certification or eligibility

• Pediatric urgent care experience

• Experience with occupational health or workers’ comp evaluations

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus monthly productivity incentives

• Flexible scheduling with 4-day work weeks available

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans

• 401(k) with employer match

• Generous CME allowance and paid CME days

• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Relocation assistance (for select candidates)

• Professional development and leadership pathways

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