Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Family Practice Needed in CA
- ID: 217494B
- Updated April 22nd, 2026
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- Job ID 217494B
- 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 locum tenens assignment in California, starting May 18, 2026. This role involves working 8:30 AM to 5 PM shifts, providing primary care within an FQHC setting, addressing rural health aspects, and managing multiple patient complaints per visit. The successful candidate will see mostly adult patients but must be able to treat all ages, with a strong emphasis on Spanish-speaking individuals, performing minimal primary care procedures.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide primary care within an FQHC environment, addressing rural health aspects.
- Manage a patient panel that may include multiple complaints per visit.
- Serve a diverse patient population, seeing mostly adults but also all ages.
- Communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking patients.
- Perform minimal primary care procedures.
Additional Information
- EMR: Epic
- Strong Spanish language skills are 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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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