Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Family Practice Needed in CA
- ID: 217397B
- Updated April 21st, 2026
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- Job ID 217397B
- 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
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment with our client in California, starting May 18, 2026. This full-time role operates from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, involving comprehensive outpatient primary care. The chosen professional will manage acute care, behavioral health, substance abuse follow-up, and patients of all ages, with a strong preference for Spanish-speaking skills to support diverse patient populations including Geriatrics, Adult care, Women's health, and LGBTQIA individuals for HIV and Prep testing.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide full-scope primary care in an FQHC clinic setting.
- Deliver outpatient acute care, addressing common illnesses.
- Conduct follow-up for behavioral health and substance abuse patients.
- Assess and treat patients across all age groups.
- Manage Women's health visits.
- Perform LGBTQIA patient visits, including HIV and Prep testing.
- Support Geriatrics and Adult care patients, with Spanish speaking skills highly preferred.
Additional Information
- Board Certification in Family Medicine is required.
- Experience with Athenahealth EMR system.
- Comfortable seeing full scope Family Practice patients of all ages.
- Spanish speaking highly preferred.
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