Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Urgent Care Needed in CA

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 91-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, and offers flexible 8-hour shifts from 11am to 5pm, seven days a week. The ideal candidate will have recent emergency room and urgent care experience, and will be comfortable managing same day and next day appointments as well as walk-in patients in a dynamic rapid care setting. Familiarity with Epic EMR is required.

Job Details

• Location: California
• Start Date: Dec 1, 2025
• LOA: 91 days
• Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Physician Assistant
• Schedule: 8-hour shifts, 11am-5pm, 7 days a week

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide patient care in a mixed emergency room and urgent care environment (rapid care)
• Manage same day and next day appointments, as well as walk-in cases
• Deliver care for a variety of acute conditions requiring urgent assessment and treatment
• Utilize Epic EMR for patient documentation and care coordination
• Apply recent experience in both ER and urgent care settings to optimize patient outcomes
• Adhere to clinical protocols and maintain high standards of care

Additional Information

• Must have recent ER and urgent care experience
• Active California license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

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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