Urgent Care Physician (MD/DO) - South Dakota

Urgent Care Physician (MD/DO) Position Summary The Urgent Care Physician provides timely, high-quality medical care for patients presenting with acute illnesses and minor injuries in an urgent care setting. This role focuses on rapid evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of non-life-threatening conditions, emphasizing patient-centered care, efficiency, and appropriate care coordination.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients with acute medical conditions and minor injuries Manage common urgent care presentations such as respiratory infections, gastrointestinal illnesses, musculoskeletal injuries, lacerations, burns, and minor trauma Perform procedures consistent with training and privileges, including suturing, splinting, incision and drainage, and wound care Order and interpret diagnostic tests including laboratory studies, X-rays, and point-of-care testing Prescribe medications and provide treatment plans appropriate to urgent care settings Provide patient education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care Identify patients requiring higher levels of care and coordinate transfers to emergency departments or specialty services Document patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner Collaborate with nursing staff, advanced practice providers, and support staff Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards Qualifications Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school Completion of an accredited residency program in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine Board-eligible or board-certified in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure DEA registration or eligibility Skills and Competencies Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills Ability to manage a wide range of acute conditions efficiently Proficiency in office-based and minor surgical procedures Excellent communication and patient education abilities Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-volume environments Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care Work Environment Urgent care centers with extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays Shift-based scheduling Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the clinical environment Manual dexterity for procedures and examinations Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and communication