Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice Needed in VA

Job Description

We are seeking a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for an 8-day assignment with our client in Virginia, starting Jul 30, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive primary care, encompassing physical exams, ordering diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, developing treatment plans, and treating a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses. The practice primarily handles family practice cases, with occasional urgent care and women's health cases.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform physical exams and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Order or perform diagnostic tests and interpret results.
• Prescribe medications as appropriate for patient care.
• Treat a variety of acute and chronic illnesses.
• Manage family practice cases, including common ailments like colds, coughs, hypertension, UTIs, STIs, and sports physicals.
• Address urgent care cases, such as lacerations, minor injuries, trauma, suturing, and ingrown toenail removal.
• Provide women's health services, including Pap smears.
• Utilize on-site services, including X-ray, ultrasound, and a full laboratory.

Additional Information

• EMR: 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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