Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice Needed in UT
- ID: 214495A
- Updated February 5th, 2026
- Job ID 214495A
- Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice
- Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Family Practice
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State UT
- Practice Setting
- Duration 9 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a 9-day assignment in Utah. Beginning Mar 31, 2026, this role involves working 9am-6pm shifts, managing a high volume of patients. Duties include procedures such as IUD and abscess removals, IV administration for dehydration, mammograms, pap smears, lab work, follow-up appointments, physicals, and comprehensive care for diabetic patients, including DOT physicals. Our client requires an experienced professional comfortable seeing a minimum of 40 patients daily.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform removal of IUDs and abscesses.
- Administer IVs for dehydration needs.
- Conduct mammograms and pap smears.
- Order and interpret lab work.
- Manage patient follow-ups and conduct physical examinations.
- Provide comprehensive care for diabetic patients.
- Perform DOT Physicals.
- Prescribe controlled substances (CSR 2-4) like Amoxicillin, cholesterol medication, and clonazepam.
- Manage diabetes-related medications such as metformin and glipizide.
- Address hypertension and perform EKG readings.
- Perform ingrown toenail removal.
- Comfortably see at least 40 patients per day, equating to 4 patients per hour.
Additional Information
- Required Board Certification: Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP)
- EMR System: Practice Fusion
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
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided