Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Family Practice Needed in CA

  • ID: 204332B
  • Updated April 12th, 2025

  • Job ID 204332B
  • Job Title Physician Assistant - Family Practice
  • Provider Type Physician Assistant
  • Specialty Family Practice
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Multi-specialty Clinic
  • Duration 60 Days
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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Family Physician Assistant for a locum tenens position at a multi-specialty clinic in California. This 60-day assignment begins on 05/12/2025, with a full-time Monday to Friday schedule. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with standard primary care responsibilities. The role involves working with a diverse patient population, including approximately 75% Spanish-speaking patients, with translators and Spanish-speaking medical assistants available. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a dedicated healthcare professional to work in a multi-specialty setting using the Epic system, with potential for assignment extension. 


Job Details: 

Location: California 

Facility Type: Multi-Specialty Clinic 

Start Date: 05/12/2025 

LOA: 60 days 

Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician Assistant

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time


Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Provide comprehensive primary care services 

• Conduct patient examinations and assessments 

• Diagnose and treat various acute and chronic conditions 

• Develop and implement treatment plans 

• Prescribe medications as needed 

• Educate patients on health maintenance and disease prevention 

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using Epic system 

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as needed 

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines 

• Manage patient flow efficiently 

• Work effectively with translators and Spanish-speaking medical assistants 

• Adapt to the needs of a diverse patient population 

• Perform duties as outlined in the core privileges document


Additional Information: 

• California Physician Assistant license required 

• Experience in primary care settings preferred 

• Strong skills in family practice essential 

• Excellent communication and patient care skills 

• Ability to work with diverse patient populations 

• Spanish language skills beneficial but not required 

• Familiarity with Epic electronic health record system preferred


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Benefits: 

• Strong compensation 

• Travel-related expenses covered 

• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided 

• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities


What are Locum Tenens Jobs? 


Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.


Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.


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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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