Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in CA
- ID: 203595
- Updated March 29th, 2025
- Job ID 203595
- Job Title Physician - Family Practice
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Family Practice
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State CA
- Practice Setting Multi-specialty Clinic
- Duration 58 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician for a 58-day locum tenens position at a multi-specialty clinic in California. Starting 04/21/2025, this role involves working Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a diverse patient population, with a focus on well-child visits (approximately 5 per day) and urgent care cases in the afternoons (1 to 4 PM PST). The position involves a mix of primary care visits for patients of all ages, with an average of 15-20 patients per day. This assignment requires an active California medical license and proficiency with OCHIN Epic electronic health records system. There is potential for extension beyond the initial 58-day period.
Job Details:
Location: California
Facility Type: Multi-Specialty Clinic
Start Date: 04/21/2025
LOA: 58 days (with potential for extension)
Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Conduct well-child visits, averaging 5 per day
• Manage urgent care cases, primarily in the afternoons
• Provide comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages
• Perform physical examinations and health screenings
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans
• Provide patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers in the multi-specialty clinic
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using OCHIN Epic EHR
• Adapt to varying patient volumes due to weather conditions
• Stay current with the latest advancements in family practice
• Adhere to all clinic policies and procedures
Required Qualifications:
• Board-certified or board-eligible Family Practice Physician
• Active California state medical license
• Experience in managing diverse patient populations, including pediatrics
• Comfort with both routine primary care and urgent care cases
• Proficiency in OCHIN Epic electronic health records system
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to adapt to varying patient volumes
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