Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Family Practice Needed in CA

  • ID: 219397B
  • Updated June 9th, 2026

  • Job ID 219397B
  • 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
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Job Description

Our client in California is seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment starting Jun 29, 2026. This role involves working 8:30a-5p shifts, focusing on primary care basics, managing high patient volumes, and addressing multiple complaints per visit in an FQHC setting with a significant Spanish-speaking patient population.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide primary care to patients 18 years and older.
  • Manage common primary care complaints including colds, coughs, and flu.
  • Handle rural health aspects and manage multiple patient complaints per visit.
  • See volumes of 22+ patients per day within 15-minute appointment slots.
  • Serve a high volume of Spanish-speaking patients and those with Medical/Medi-Cal.


Additional Information

  • Required Board Certifications: Family Medicine
  • EMR: Epic
  • Shift Hours: 8:30a-5p


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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