Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in WA

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician for an engaging 150-day locum tenens assignment in Washington, starting Jun 8, 2026. This Chief Medical Officer position involves a split of 40% administrative duties and 60% clinic work, where you will oversee two Nurse Practitioners and two physicians, collaborating closely with the clinic director and CEO. The schedule offers shifts from 7AM to 6PM or 7:30AM to 4:30PM, focusing on comprehensive family practice cases including cold, cough, flu, pediatric patients, minor mental health, well woman, and child checks.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as Chief Medical Officer, with a focus on 40% administrative and 60% clinical responsibilities.
• Oversee and provide guidance to two Nurse Practitioners and two physicians.
• Collaborate with the clinic director and CEO on administrative duties.
• Manage a diverse range of family practice cases including cold, cough, and flu.
• Provide care for a significant number of pediatric patients, approximately one-third of the patient base.
• Recognize and comfortably manage minor mental health cases.
• Conduct well woman and child checks.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Family Medicine required.
• EMR System: Epic.
• Comfortable with minor mental health cases and capable of handling well woman and child checks.

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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