Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Family Practice Needed in CA

  • ID: 211433B
  • Updated October 29th, 2025

  • Job ID 211433B
  • Job Title Physician Assistant - Family Practice
  • Provider Type Physician Assistant
  • Specialty Family Practice
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Multi-specialty Clinic
  • Duration 60 Days
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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California starting Nov 24, 2025. This position offers a Monday to Friday schedule, 8am to 5pm, serving a diverse patient population in a setting where locum experience and active CA DEA with Furnishing license are required.

Job Details
  • Location: California
  • Start Date: Nov 24, 2025
  • LOA: 60 days
  • Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician Assistant
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm

Responsibilities and Duties
  • Provide comprehensive primary care to patients in a Family Practice setting
  • Deliver care to a population that is approximately 75 percent Spanish speaking, supported by translators and Spanish-speaking medical assistants
  • Manage a patient base with a high proportion (78 percent) of Medical/Medicaid coverage
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation utilizing Epic EMR
  • Adhere to all clinical protocols and regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary care team members

Additional Information
  • Locum tenens experience required
  • Experience with FQHC, rural health, or IHS settings is preferred
  • Most recent clinical experience must be in a Family Practice environment (internal medicine or pediatrics experience not accepted)
  • Active California DEA and Furnishing license required
  • Board certification in Family Medicine required
  • Please confirm any planned time off prior to submission

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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