Urgent Care APP | PRN | Weekend-Only Commitment | 2+ Years Experience Required
- PRN / per diem
- Weekends
- ACLS
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open advanced practice provider jobs in Iowa post a median of $62.25 an hour, the middle half $51.25–$123.88, across 6 jobs that state their pay. Advanced practice providers employed in Iowa earn a median of $62.58 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Are you an ARNP or PA with current or prior Urgent Care or ER experience? Do you love helping patients in an acute care setting? Do you want to be part of a 5-star team? If so, this might be the perfect fit for you!
Why Choose Urgent Care at The Iowa Clinic?
The Iowa Clinic is a physician-owned and governed multi-specialty clinic with over 270 providers. We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to see patients with a wide variety of presenting complaints – sore throats, chest and abdominal pain, lacerations, etc. You will work at our West Des Moines, Waukee, and Ankeny locations on a PRN basis, committing to at least 6 weekend shifts per quarter (with a shift being defined as a Saturday OR Sunday). On each shift, you will be teamed with another provider as well as 2-3 nurses.
We offer a competitive tiered compensation system to recognize experience and provide opportunities for growth as well as a 401(k) profit sharing retirement plan.
You will need
- Education: Master’s Degree required
- Licenses/Certifications: Current ARNP or PA, BCLS, and ACLS certifications required
- Experience: 2+ years of Urgent Care or ER experience in an APP role required
Why Choose Des Moines, IA?
Des Moines is Iowa’s capital and hub for business and cultural activity with a metro population of over 655,000. Set on the Des Moines River and amongst rolling hills, Des Moines is a picturesque city with something for everyone to enjoy. Boasting short commute times, low cost of living, excellent schools, and a family-friendly environment, Des Moines offers an idyllic work-life balance.
Des Moines has been named #1 Best Places to Live in the Midwest (U.S. News & World Report, 2018), #1 Best City for Young Professionals (Forbes, 2014), and #1 Best Affordable Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report, 2017). As a state, Iowa has been recognized as the #1 Best State to Live in America (U.S. News & World Report, 2018).
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