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Physician It Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$110 - $145/hr

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to ... We are seeking experienced Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners who have urgent care ...

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Urgent Care Physician Assistant

Gresham, OR · On-site

$128K - $166K/yr

Functioning in lieu of or alongside of a physician, it is essential for an urgent care Advanced Practitioner to have excellent assessment skills in order to recognize more serious conditions and ...

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How much do physician it jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for physician it in the United States is $217,445.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $190,000.00 and $244,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a physician IT?

Physician IT professionals are medical doctors who specialize in the application of information technology within healthcare settings. They bridge the gap between clinical practice and technology by optimizing electronic health records (EHRs), implementing digital health solutions, and ensuring that IT systems support quality patient care. These professionals play a key role in training staff, troubleshooting system issues, and enhancing workflows to improve healthcare delivery. Their expertise ensures that technological advancements are effectively integrated into clinical environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a physician IT?

To thrive as a Physician IT, you need a solid medical background (MD or DO degree), clinical experience, and expertise in health informatics or healthcare information systems. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), clinical decision support systems, and certifications like Clinical Informatics Board Certification are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, communication, and the ability to bridge clinical and technical teams set standout candidates apart. These competencies are crucial for ensuring technology solutions effectively support patient care and streamline healthcare processes.

What are some of the unique challenges faced by physicians working in IT roles?

Physicians in IT roles often encounter the challenge of bridging the gap between clinical staff and technical teams, translating healthcare needs into effective technology solutions. They must stay current with rapidly evolving healthcare regulations and electronic health record (EHR) systems, while ensuring new technologies are user-friendly for clinicians. Balancing clinical responsibilities with IT project management can also be demanding, requiring strong organizational and communication skills. However, these challenges offer rewarding opportunities to directly impact patient care quality through innovation and improved workflows.

What is the difference between Physician It vs Physician Assistant?

AspectPhysician ITPhysician Assistant
Required CredentialsTypically requires a background in healthcare IT, certifications in health informatics or IT systems, and sometimes a healthcare degree.Requires a master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies and national certification.
Work EnvironmentPrimarily works in healthcare settings, hospitals, clinics, or IT departments supporting medical technology systems.Works directly with patients in clinics, hospitals, or medical offices under physician supervision.
Employer & Industry UsageEmployers include healthcare providers, hospitals, and health IT companies.Employers are hospitals, clinics, and healthcare practices.

Physician IT professionals focus on healthcare technology and systems, often working behind the scenes to support clinical operations. In contrast, Physician Assistants provide direct patient care under physician supervision. Both roles require healthcare-related credentials but serve different functions within the healthcare industry.

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Infographic showing various Physician It job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $217,445 per year, or $104.5 per hour.

Urgent Care Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Per Diem

GoHealth Urgent Care

On-site

$110 - $145/hr

Other

Posted 2 days ago

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GoHealth Urgent Care rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

572nd of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Hartford HealthCare, one of the nation's leading health care providers, and GoHealth Urgent Care, an on-demand consumer-centric care company, are operating urgent care centers across the Connecticut area. At Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent Care, we place the needs of our patients first - by providing an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and our communities. We would love for you to become a member of our team! We are seeking experienced Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners who have urgent care, emergency room experience, or high acute family medicine experience treating both adult and pediatric patients, to join our welcoming and diverse community of providers in the surrounding region.

Job Summary

Urgent care Advanced Practitioners (Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner) provide a wide variety of clinical services including treatment of acute episodic conditions such as sore throats, colds, flu-like symptoms, cuts, sprains and minor infections. Functioning in lieu of or alongside of a physician, it is essential for an urgent care Advanced Practitioner to have excellent assessment skills in order to recognize more serious conditions and direct the patient to the emergency room for advanced care when necessary. Per Diem employes must be available to work 3 days in every 28 days block including 1 weekend shift.

Job RequirementsEducation
  • Bachelor's Degree required for Physician Assistants
  • Master's Degree required for Nurse Practitioners
Work Experience
  • One (1) year of full-time experience in Emergency Medicine
  • One (1) year of Urgent Care setting experience required.
Required Licenses/Certifications
  • National Certification
  • Active state medical licensure
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Work experience in an Urgent Care or Emergency Room setting preferred
  • Applicable office procedures including but not limited to suturing, splinting, casting etc.
  • Preliminary reads on EKGs and X-rays required.
  • Experience treating patients ages 6 months and up in an acute care setting required.
  • Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Knowledge and experience with Electronic Medical Records
  • Ability to be attentive with strong listening skills
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
Essential Functions
  • Examining and treating patients
  • Taking patients' medical histories
  • Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and X-rays
  • Making diagnoses and prescribing medications
  • Treating minor injuries that may require sutures, splints, or casting
  • Recording progress notes for follow-up patients
  • Educating and counseling patients
  • Ordering and/or carrying out therapy with patients
  • Giving vaccinations, and referring patients to additional care

Each provider will work an anticipated eight (8) or twelve (12) hours per shift which will be assigned by an authorized representative of GoHealth Urgent Care. All other duties as assigned.

Note: this job description is not inclusive of all the duties of the position. You may be asked by leaders to perform other duties. Management reserves the right to revise this position description at any time.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! When our customers enter our award-winning centers, they find a welcoming and comfortable environment, state-of-the-art technology and caring team members that help start the healing process immediately. We offer effortless on-demand care, 365 days a year in over 250+ centers nationwide. We partner with prominent and progressive health systems to support our communities across the entire continuum of care. These are the unparalleled experiences we strive for and how our team goes above and beyond for you.

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About GoHealth Urgent Care

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At GoHealth Urgent Care, we GO above and beyond for our patients, communities and team members to ensure effortless, personal and connected experiences. That's why we partner with the most innovative and integrated health systems and staff our centers with the most knowledgeable providers. GoHealth Urgent Care has partnered with Northwell Health, New York State's largest health care provider and private employer, to create a network of over 50 urgent care centers throughout the New York City metro area and Long Island. The partnership provides patients with greater access to innovative urgent care through state-of-the-art technology and unique patient access tools, such as online registration and appointment scheduling.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US