Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Family Practice Needed in WA
- ID: 204783B
- Updated April 24th, 2025
- Job ID 204783B
- Job Title Physician Assistant - Family Practice
- Provider Type Physician Assistant
- Specialty Family Practice
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State WA
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 36 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Family Practice Physician Assistant for a locum tenens position at a hospital in Washington. This 36-day assignment offers 12-hour shifts, with 10 hours of patient-facing time and 2 hours for administrative tasks, starting 05/26/2025. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working as a sole practitioner in a family practice clinic, handling a variety of cases including follow-ups, new patient visits, acute needs, cold/cough/flu, physicals, diabetes, hypertension, and routine visits. This opportunity presents an excellent chance for a dedicated professional to provide comprehensive family care to an established patient population, with potential for assignment extension.
Job Details:
Location: Washington
Facility Type: Hospital
Start Date: 05/26/2025
LOA: 36 days
Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician Assistant
Schedule: 12 hour shifts
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Provide comprehensive family practice care as a sole practitioner
• Conduct follow-up and new patient visits
• Address acute care needs, including cold, cough, and flu cases
• Perform physical examinations
• Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension
• Handle routine visits and preventive care
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records using Cerner EMR system
• Ensure high-quality patient care and follow all hospital protocols and safety standards
• Adapt to existing workflows and practices in the clinic
• Complete administrative tasks during designated times
Additional Information:
• Must be licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Washington
• Experience in family practice required
• Comfort with a diverse range of patient cases and age groups
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility required as shifts may not be consecutive
• Opportunity for assignment extension
Apply now to learn more!
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
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided