Locum Tenens Physician - Urgent Care Needed in NJ

  • ID: 218232B
  • Updated May 12th, 2026

  • Job ID 218232B
  • Job Title Physician - Urgent Care
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Urgent Care
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State NJ
  • Practice Setting Clinic
  • Duration
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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Urgent Care Physician for a 1-day assignment in New Jersey, starting Jul 4, 2026. This dynamic role involves comprehensive urgent care duties, including COVID cases, suturing, and splinting, often in a high-volume, sole provider setting. Shifts are typically 8 AM to 3 PM, but flexibility is required to ensure all patients presenting before closing times (8 PM weekdays, 4 PM weekends) are seen, demonstrating a strong commitment to patient care.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide comprehensive urgent care, including COVID cases, suturing, and splinting.
  • Manage high-volume patient loads, potentially serving as a sole provider for 40-60 patients.
  • Maintain commitment to patient care, ensuring all patients presenting before closing times (8 PM weekdays, 4 PM weekends) are seen.
  • Work shifts typically from 8 AM to 3 PM, with required flexibility for patient completion.


Additional Information

  • EMR System: Epic


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, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.


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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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